Manifestation
/ˌmænɪfɛˈsteɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of becoming visible; the embodiment or display of something, often abstract.
/ˌmænɪfɛˈsteɪʃən/
An event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something, especially a theory or abstract idea.
The peace talks were seen as a positive manifestation of the diplomatic efforts.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have a dream, and then it somehow *shows up* in the real world. That's a manifestation! It’s like when you really want ice cream and then your friend unexpectedly offers to buy you some.
👶 For kids: When something you think about or want to happen, happens! Like if you wish for it to rain and then it rains.
More Examples
The new art exhibit is a beautiful manifestation of the artist's creativity.
The disease's symptoms are a manifestation of the underlying condition.
How It's Used
"The protests were a clear manifestation of the public's discontent with the government."
"Her anxiety presented as a physical manifestation, including headaches and stomachaches."
"The artist used colors to create a visual manifestation of hope and joy."
A physical appearance or materialization of something that is not usually visible.
/ˌmænɪfɛˈsteɪʃən/
A materialization; a visible instance of something.
The witnesses reported a sudden manifestation of light in the room.
💡 Simply: If something invisible—like a ghost or an idea—somehow becomes visible or touchable, that’s a manifestation. It’s like when someone describes their idea until it becomes real as a product.
👶 For kids: When something you can't see, like a ghost, appears in real life!
More Examples
The believer saw the appearance of a holy figure as a divine manifestation.
The seance claimed to witness a spiritual manifestation.
How It's Used
"The seance claimed to have witnessed a physical manifestation of a spirit."
"The statue was considered a holy manifestation of the deity."
Synonyms
From Late Latin *manifestatio*, from *manifestare* 'to make clear, reveal', from *manifestus* 'plain, evident'.
Used in theological and philosophical texts since the Middle Ages, referring to the act of making something evident, particularly of divine beings or abstract concepts.
Memory tip
Think of a 'manifest' (a list) becoming real; it's a thing showing up in reality.