Synonyms for ostensive


Grammar : Adj
Spell : o-sten-siv
Phonetic Transcription : ɒˈstɛn sɪv

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Définition of ostensive

Origin :
  • c.1600, from Late Latin ostensivus "showing," from Latin ostensus, past participle of ostendere "to show" (see ostensible).
  • adj apparent
Example sentences :
  • Associated words: ostensive, ostensible, exhibiting, expository.
  • Extract from : « Putnam's Word Book » by Louis A. Flemming
  • Explain the meaning of "ostensive" and "indirect" Reduction.
  • Extract from : « Logic » by Carveth Read
  • It serves mainly to provide the regime with ostensive evidence of its power and technological progress.
  • Extract from : « Area Handbook for Albania » by Eugene K. Keefe
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