Emotive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈməʊtɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Emotive is an adjective meaning Of or relating to emotion.
Meaning
Of or relating to emotion.
More Meanings
- Appealing to the emotions.
- (grammar) Expressing an emotion.
- (grammar) A word or construct that expresses an emotion.
Example Sentences
He was the kind of man to whom some human object for pouring out his heart upon—were it emotive or were it choleric—was almost a necessity.
Word Forms
- emotives
Synonyms for emotive
Depending on context, synonyms include emotional, affective, affectional.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include emotional, affective, affectional, sentimental, delicate, sensitive.
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