manifestation
/ˌmænɪfeˈsteɪʃn/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌmænɪfeˈsteɪʃn/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌma-nə-fə-ˈstā-shən -ˌfe-ˈstā-/ (ame, mw)
manifestation — 名詞
- manifestationsingular
- manifestationsplural
1. An event, object, change, or process that clearly shows that a particular feelin
徵兆；跡象
顯示某種情況或感受存在的具體跡象
An event, object, change, or process that clearly shows that a particular feeling, situation, or quality is real, present, or becoming visible.
The protests across the city were a clear manifestation of public anger at the new tax law.
這座城市各地的抗議活動，清楚顯示了民眾對新稅法的怒火。
manifestation of [feeling/phenomenon]
Dr. Amara said the patient's fever was often the first manifestation of the infection.
Dr. Amara 說，病人發燒通常是感染的第一個徵兆。
first manifestation of [medical condition]
The sudden manifestation of a red rash on Wei's arms surprised the school nurse.
Wei 的手臂突然出現紅色皮疹，讓學校護理師吃了一驚。
The first manifestation of the disease was a mild cough that lasted for weeks.
這種疾病最初表現為持續數週的輕微咳嗽。
The spring festival is a joyful manifestation of the village's deep cultural traditions.
春天的節慶是村落深厚文化傳統的喜悅表現。
This early painting is a rare manifestation of the artist's style before he became famous.
這幅早期畫作是這位藝術家成名前風格的罕見體現。
Manifestations of stress can include headaches, poor sleep, and difficulty concentrating.
壓力的表現包括頭痛、睡眠不佳和難以集中注意力。
Parents watched for any manifestation of an allergic reaction after their child ate peanut butter for the first time.
孩子第一次吃花生醬後，父母仔細觀察是否有過敏反應的跡象。
Fatima's generous donations were a practical manifestation of her deep religious faith.
Fatima 的慷慨捐贈，是她深厚宗教信仰的具體體現。
The empty shelves in the supermarket were a direct manifestation of the supply chain problems.
超市空蕩蕩的貨架直接反映了供應鏈出了問題。
- indication
more neutral and common in everyday speech; a manifestation is often a clearer or more dramatic sign
- evidence
stronger implication of proof; evidence supports a conclusion, while a manifestation is the visible form of something
- expression
focuses on the act of showing a quality or feeling rather than the observable sign itself
- symptom
used specifically for medical or problem-related contexts
- emergence
emphasizes the process of becoming visible; often used in medical or scientific writing
- appearance
simpler and more general; lacks the formal tone of 'manifestation'
文法句型
manifestation + of + noun
用法筆記
Often followed by 'of' and a noun phrase naming the underlying cause or feeling. Frequently used with adjectives like 'clear', 'direct', 'first', 'visible'. In a related reading, the word can also refer to the process or act of something becoming visible or noticeable (e.g., 'the sudden manifestation of symptoms' or 'the first manifestation of the disease') — the emphasis shifts from the sign itself to the emergence of the phenomenon. This process reading is especially common in medical and scientific contexts.
常見錯誤
2. A visible form taken by a ghost, spirit, or other supernatural being when it app
顯靈；顯現
鬼魂或神靈以可見形式出現
A visible form taken by a ghost, spirit, or other supernatural being when it appears to people.
The old hotel is famous for the nightly manifestation of a ghostly woman in the hallway.
這間老飯店以走廊上每晚出現的女鬼而聞名。
Several hikers reported seeing a strange manifestation near the ancient temple ruins after sunset.
幾名登山客回報說，日落後在古廟遺跡附近看到了一個奇怪的靈異現象。
The priest's evening prayers were interrupted by what he believed was a supernatural manifestation.
神父傍晚的禱告被他認為是超自然顯現的現象打斷了。
In the old folk tale, each ghostly manifestation was followed by the smell of burning wood.
在這則古老的民間故事裡，每次鬼魂顯現之後都會聞到燒木頭的味道。
The shaman's ritual dance was meant to call forth a manifestation of the mountain spirit.
薩滿的儀式舞蹈旨在召喚山靈顯現。
- apparition
more specific to ghost sightings; carries a spookier tone
- vision
can be internal (seen in the mind) rather than external visible form
- spectre
more literary and ominous; suggests a threatening ghost
文法句型
manifestation + of + supernatural being
用法筆記
Typically used in storytelling, religious discussions, or paranormal contexts. Less common in everyday conversation than 'ghost' or 'spirit'. In academic writing about religion, this term is preferred for its neutral, descriptive tone.
3. A modern self-help practice in which a person repeatedly imagines a desired outc
顯化
想像與肯定句以實現目標的心靈成長方法
A modern self-help practice in which a person repeatedly imagines a desired outcome and says positive statements about it, believing this will help make it happen in real life.
Many young professionals credit daily manifestation exercises for helping them find better jobs.
許多職場年輕人認為每天練習顯化幫助他們找到了更好的工作。
manifestation exercises
Sofia started a manifestation journal where she writes down her goals every morning.
Sofia 開始寫顯化日記，每天早上記下自己的目標。
manifestation journal
Critics point out that manifestation without taking real action rarely produces results.
批評者指出，光靠顯化而不採取實際行動，很難產生真正的成果。
The weekend workshop taught participants how to create vision boards for their manifestation practice.
週末工作坊教導學員如何製作願景板來輔助顯化練習。
Oliver's podcast about manifestation has attracted thousands of regular listeners around the world.
Oliver 關於顯化的播客吸引了全球數千名固定聽眾。
- law of attraction
the broader belief system that manifestation is based on
- creative visualization
a more formal term for the core technique; less commonly used in everyday speech
文法句型
manifestation + techniques
manifestation + practices
用法筆記
This is a relatively new, popular usage of the word. In this sense, 'manifestation' is uncountable and refers to the general practice rather than a specific event. Often appears in social media, self-help books, and lifestyle content.