manifestation

• Nom désignant une manifestation visible ou une expression claire de quelque chose, comme un signe de son existence, une forme corporelle d'un esprit, une expression non verbale, ou une démonstration publique de sentiments collectifs, souvent de nature politique.

A noun referring to a clear appearance, indication, or expression of something, such as a sign of existence, a bodily form of a spirit, a non-verbal expression, or a public display of group feelings, often of a political nature.

1. Clear appearanceB2formal

   A visible or evident occurrence of something, often something abstract or spiritual.

   Manifestation (apparition visible)

   • The sudden manifestation of the rainbow surprised everyone.
   • Her smile was a manifestation of pure joy.
   • The ghost's manifestation was brief but terrifying.

   Synonymesappearancedemonstrationdisplayevidenceexpressionindicationmaterializationsign

   Antonymesconcealmentlatencyobscurity

2. Sign or indicationB2formal

   A clear sign or proof that something exists or is present.

   manifestation (signe)

   • The rash was a manifestation of an allergic reaction.
   • His generosity is a manifestation of his kind nature.
   • The protest was a manifestation of public discontent.

   Synonymesevidenceindicationmarksignsymptomtoken

   Antonymesconcealmentlatency

3. Embodiment or incarnationC1formal

   The physical or bodily form of something, especially a spirit or idea.

   Incarnation, matérialisation

   • In many religions, a deity may take a human manifestation.
   • The artist saw his painting as a manifestation of his inner thoughts.
   • The ancient myth describes the manifestation of a dragon.

   Synonymesembodimentexpressionincarnationmaterializationpersonificationrepresentation

4. Expression without wordsB2formal

   A non-verbal display or demonstration of a feeling or quality.

   Manifestation non verbale

   • Her tears were a manifestation of her grief.
   • The dance was a beautiful manifestation of emotion.
   • A nod can be a manifestation of agreement.

   Synonymesdemonstrationdisplayembodimentgestureindicationshowsign

5. Public demonstrationB2formal

   A public gathering or display of shared feelings, often political.

   manifestation publique

   • The march was a manifestation of support for human rights.
   • Thousands attended the manifestation against the new law.
   • Peaceful manifestations are a key part of democracy.

   Synonymesdemonstrationmarchpicketprotestrallysit-invigil