manifestation
UK: ˌmæn.ɪ.fesˈteɪ.ʃən | US: ˌmæn.ə.fesˈteɪ.ʃən
n. an event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something abstract
n. the act of making something evident or visible
n. (medical) a symptom or sign of a disease or condition
manifest<clear> + ation<noun suffix>
- manifest (from Latin manifestus "clear, evident," from manus "hand" + festus "struck, pressed")
- ation (Latin-derived suffix forming nouns indicating an action or process)
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin manifestus, combining manus (hand) and festus (struck), suggesting something "graspable" or tangible. Over time, it evolved to mean "clearly visible" in English, with -ation added to denote the process or result of making something evident. The logic reflects a shift from physical touchability to abstract clarity.
The sudden storm was a manifestation of the climate crisis.
Her smile was a manifestation of her inner joy.
The rash is a common manifestation of allergies.
The protest served as a manifestation of public discontent.
His artwork is a manifestation of his cultural heritage.