manifest
/ˈmænɪfɛst/ · MAN-ih-fest
Roman Urdu: zahir
ENGLISH MEANING
To show or display something clearly.
As a verb, ‘manifest’ means to make evident or plain to the eye or mind. It is used when an idea, feeling, or quality becomes obvious. The word adds a formal tone, often in academic or professional contexts.
اردو معنی
‘Manifest’ کا مطلب ہے کسی چیز کو واضح یا روشن انداز میں پیش کرنا۔ یہ لفظ عام طور پر رسمی یا علمی گفتگو میں استعمال ہوتا ہے جب کسی احساس، خیال یا خصوصیت کو بظاہر دکھانا ہو۔ مثال کے طور پر، جب کسی کے جذبات واضح طور پر ظاہر ہوں تو ہم کہتے ہیں کہ وہ ‘manifest’ ہیں۔
WORD ORIGIN & BREAKDOWN
From Latin manifestus meaning ‘clear, evident’, which came into English in the 15th century.
manifest
clear, evident
SAY IT OUT LOUD - 5 TIMES
MAN-ih-fest
DAILY LIFE EXAMPLES
Her joy was manifest in the wide smile on her face.
اس کے چہرے پر وسیع مسکراہٹ سے اس کی خوشی واضح تھی۔
The company's commitment to sustainability is manifest in its green policies.
کمپنی کی پائیداری کے لئے عزم اس کی ماحول دوست پالیسیوں میں واضح ہے۔
Scientists hope the results will manifest a new understanding of the disease.
سائنس دان امید کرتے ہیں کہ نتائج بیماری کی نئی سمجھ ظاہر کریں گے۔
His anger manifested itself through clenched fists.
اس کا غصہ موٹے ہاتھوں کی سکیڑ میں واضح ہوا۔
✅ SYNONYMS (مترادف)
show
دکھانا
display
نمائش کرنا
reveal
انکشاف کرنا
❌ ANTONYMS (متضاد)
hide
چھپانا
conceal
مخفی کرنا
USE IT WHEN (کب استعمال کریں)
- You want to stress that something is clearly visible or evident.
- Writing formal reports, academic papers, or speeches.
- Describing feelings or qualities that become obvious over time.
AVOID WHEN (کب نہ کریں)
- Talking about something that remains hidden or secret.
- In casual conversation where a simpler word like ‘show’ fits better.
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COMMON MISTAKE PAKISTANIS MAKE
WRONG
He manifest his feelings very clearly.
CORRECT
He manifests his feelings very clearly.
The verb needs third‑person singular ‘-s’ in present simple; without it the sentence is ungrammatical.
💡 MEMORY TIP (یاد رکھنے کا آسان طریقہ)
Think of ‘MAN IF EST’ – if a man shows something, it’s evident – you ‘manifest’ it.
‘MAN IF EST’ یعنی اگر آدمی کسی چیز کو دکھائے تو وہ واضح ہو جاتی ہے – یہی ‘manifest’ کا مطلب ہے۔
QUICK QUIZ — TEST YOURSELF
Which sentence uses 'manifest' correctly?
TODAY'S CHALLENGE
Write a short paragraph (3–4 sentences) describing a situation where someone's emotions became manifest.
Posted on June 19, 2026 · Word Meaning in Urdu