manifestation
gb/mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən/ us/mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
~ 8200
megnyilvánulás, jel, tünet, manifesztáció, bevonzás, manifesztálás, jelenés, természetfeletti jelenség, tüntetés
NOUN
B2
FORMAL
1
jel
A1
Usage pattern:
a manifestation of [something]
Her patience is a remarkable manifestation of inner strength.
A türelme a belső erő figyelemre méltó megnyilvánulása.
The rising prices are a clear manifestation of the country’s economic problems.
Az árak emelkedése az ország gazdasági problémáinak egyértelmű megnyilvánulása.
His sudden anger was a manifestation of long-held frustration.
The artwork is a powerful manifestation of the artist’s political beliefs.
These behaviors are a manifestation of deep cultural change.
Learner examples
His smile was a manifestation of his joy.
A mosolya az örömének a jele volt.
The dirty air is a manifestation of heavy traffic in the city.
A szennyezett levegő a város erős forgalmának egyik jele.
Her fear was a manifestation of the stress at work.
The new law is a manifestation of public pressure.
This habit is a manifestation of his perfectionism.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes forget the article and say *"is manifestation of"* instead of *"is a manifestation of"*. Another mistake is using it when a simpler word like "sign" would sound more natural in everyday speech.
Meaning
clear sign or expression of something
Collocations
a clear manifestation
|a visible manifestation
|a physical manifestation
|a manifestation of power
|a manifestation of love
|a manifestation of inequality
Synonyms
sign (More general and common; can be weaker or less formal than 'manifestation'.)
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expression (Focuses on how something is shown outwardly, especially feelings or ideas.)
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indication (Slightly weaker and more tentative; suggests pointing toward something rather than clearly showing it.)
Antonyms
concealment (Focuses on hiding something instead of showing it clearly.)
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suppression (Emphasizes holding back or controlling a feeling or quality so it does not appear.)
Themes
emotions
|society
|philosophy
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A clear sign or example that shows a feeling, quality, or idea.
A clear sign, expression, or example of a quality, feeling, or idea that makes it easy to recognize.
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
2
tünet
B1
Usage pattern:
a manifestation of [disease/condition]
Skin rashes are a common manifestation of the allergy.
Cognitive decline is often the earliest manifestation of the disorder.
The disease may have different clinical manifestations in children and adults.
Shortness of breath can be a manifestation of heart failure.
These neurological manifestations usually appear in the later stages of the illness.
Learner examples
A cough can be a manifestation of lung disease.
Headache is a common manifestation of this virus.
The first manifestation of the illness was a high fever.
Red spots on the skin were a manifestation of the infection.
Pain in the chest is a serious manifestation and needs a doctor.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "manifestation" in medical contexts where "symptom" is more natural in everyday English. "Manifestation" is more common in medical writing than in casual speech.
Meaning
symptom or sign of disease
Collocations
clinical manifestation
|early manifestation
|skin manifestations
|neurological manifestations
|common manifestations
|the first manifestation of
Synonyms
symptom (More common in everyday medical talk; often used for what the patient feels.)
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clinical sign (More technical; often used for what a doctor can observe or measure.)
Antonyms
remission (Describes a period when disease signs lessen or disappear, the opposite of having clear manifestations.)
Themes
medicine
|science
|health
|body
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A sign in the body that shows a disease or medical problem.
A symptom or clinical sign through which a disease or medical condition becomes apparent.
NOUN
C1
INFORMAL
3
Usage pattern:
manifestation of [desire/goal]
She believes her new job was a manifestation of years of positive thinking.
Úgy véli, az új állása több évnyi pozitív gondolkodás manifesztációja volt.
Online coaches sell courses that promise rapid money manifestation.
Az online coachok olyan tanfolyamokat árulnak, amelyek a pénz gyors bevonzását ígérik.
He keeps a manifestation journal where he writes down everything he wants to attract into his life.
For them, the relationship felt like a manifestation of their deepest dreams.
The book explains manifestation as aligning your thoughts with your goals.
Learner examples
She reads many books about manifestation and positive thinking.
Sok könyvet olvas a manifesztációról és a pozitív gondolkodásról.
He says his success is a manifestation of his daily affirmations.
Azt mondja, a sikere a mindennapi pozitív megerősítéseinek a manifesztációja.
They use manifestation to try to get more money and love.
She writes her wishes in a manifestation journal every night.
Some people do not believe in manifestation at all.
Common mistake:
Learners may think this self-help meaning is the same as the formal meaning of "manifestation" as a general sign. In spiritual contexts it often implies a special method (visualization, affirmations), not just any result or success.
Meaning
making desires real by intention
Collocations
practice manifestation
|money manifestation
|love manifestation
|manifestation techniques
|manifestation journal
|successful manifestation
Synonyms
realization (More general and neutral; does not include the idea of using spiritual or mental techniques.)
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attraction (Used within the phrase "law of attraction"; narrower and strongly tied to a specific belief system.)
Antonyms
frustration (Highlights the feeling when wishes or goals do not become real.)
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non-fulfillment (Formal term for a goal or desire not being achieved.)
Themes
spirituality
|self-help
|psychology
|religion
|emotions
Definition
In self-help and spiritual talk, making your wishes become real by strongly focusing your mind on them.
In spirituality and self-help, the process or result of making a desired situation appear in real life by focusing thoughts, feelings, or intentions on it.
NOUN
C1
LITERARY
4
Usage pattern:
a manifestation of [spirit/force]
The villagers claimed the strange lights were a manifestation of the old spirit that guarded the forest.
A falusiak azt állították, hogy a különös fények az erdőt őrző ősi szellem jelenései voltak.
Every night, the same shadowy manifestation appeared at the end of the hallway.
Minden éjjel ugyanaz az árnyszerű jelenés bukkant fel a folyosó végén.
The priest was called to investigate what the family believed was a demonic manifestation.
In the story, the ghost’s manifestation warns the hero of the coming danger.
They filmed what they thought was a manifestation of a child’s ghost in the abandoned house.
Learner examples
They say the cold wind was a manifestation of a ghost.
Azt mondják, a hideg szél egy szellemhez kötődő természetfeletti jelenség volt.
People in the town fear any strange manifestation in the old castle.
A város lakói félnek minden furcsa természetfeletti jelenségtől a régi kastélyban.
In the movie, a dark cloud is a manifestation of an evil spirit.
The woman believes the voice she hears is a manifestation of her dead husband.
The book tells of a bright light that is a manifestation of an angel.
Common mistake:
Learners may not realize this sense is mostly used in stories, religion, or paranormal talk, not in everyday conversation.
Meaning
appearance of a ghost or spirit
Collocations
a ghostly manifestation
|a supernatural manifestation
|a spiritual manifestation
|a demonic manifestation
|strange manifestations
|a manifestation of evil
Synonyms
apparition (More literary; almost always used for a ghostly or mysterious appearance.)
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visitation (Often suggests a purposeful visit by a spirit or divine being.)
Antonyms
absence (Indicates that the spirit or force does not appear at all.)
Themes
religion
|supernatural
|literature
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When a ghost or spirit appears so that people can see or feel it.
The visible or otherwise perceptible appearance of a ghost, spirit, or supernatural force.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
5
tüntetés
B1
Usage pattern:
a manifestation against [something]
Thousands joined a mass manifestation in the capital to demand free elections.
The city banned any manifestation near the government buildings during the summit.
A peaceful manifestation was held in support of climate action.
Student groups are planning a joint manifestation against the new education law.
Police monitored the manifestation but reported no major incidents.
Learner examples
Many people joined a manifestation against the war.
The workers planned a manifestation in front of the factory.
The town was quiet after the big manifestation yesterday.
She made a sign to carry at the manifestation.
The government was afraid of another large manifestation.
Common mistake:
Learners influenced by other languages may overuse "manifestation" for street protests. In everyday English, "protest" or "demonstration" is usually more natural.
Meaning
public protest or demonstration
Collocations
a mass manifestation
|a peaceful manifestation
|a street manifestation
|a manifestation against the government
|a workers’ manifestation
|organize a manifestation
Synonyms
demonstration (More common word in modern English for this kind of public event.)
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protest (Very common; often sounds more emotional and confrontational.)
Antonyms
silence (Suggests people choose not to speak out or gather publicly.)
Themes
politics
|society
|law
|communication
Definition
A big public meeting or march where people show that they are for or against something.
A large public gathering or march in which people show support for or opposition to a cause, policy, or group.
Grammar
Dictionary form
manifestation
IPA
GB/mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən/
US/mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
mani - fest - a - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 4th syllable (tion)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: manifestation
- Plural: manifestation, manifestations
Word family
Forms
manifestations
noun
Core family
manifest
verb B2
Related words
manifestly
adverb C1
manifesto
noun B2
Expressions
a clear manifestation of
1/ə klˈɪɹ mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase
formal
very obvious sign of something
used to say that something is a very strong and easy-to-see sign of another thing
Examples
- The long waiting lists are a clear manifestation of the crisis in the health system.
- His refusal to listen was a clear manifestation of his arrogance.
physical manifestation of
1/fˈɪzɪkəl mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase
formal
bodily or visible sign of something
used when something in the body or in the real world clearly shows an inner feeling, idea, or medical problem
Examples
- Sweating is a physical manifestation of anxiety for many people.
- The damaged buildings are a physical manifestation of years of conflict.
the first manifestation of
1/ðə fˈɚst mˌænɪfɛstˈeɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase
formal
earliest sign something has begun
used to talk about the first clear sign that a situation, feeling, or illness has started
Examples
- The sudden drop in sales was the first manifestation of deeper financial problems.
- A mild cough was the first manifestation of the disease.