ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Evocative

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪˈvɒk.ə.tɪv/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Evocative is an adjective meaning That evokes (brings to mind) a memory, mood, idea, feeling, or image; redolent or reminiscent.

Meaning

That evokes (brings to mind) a memory, mood, idea, feeling, or image; redolent or reminiscent.

Example Sentences

Using loose but evocative language, one might say that player 2 is threatening to play R' if player 1 plays R.
Imperfect themes aside, what the first Zootopia had going for it was its gorgeous animation and evocative character design. From the clever visual worldbuilding of its city to the lush colors and textures of a nighttime chase through the Rainforest District, Zootopia was part of a wave of projects that proved CG animation could have the same depth and expressivity as a classic hand-drawn film.

Synonyms for evocative

Depending on context, synonyms include reminiscent, redolent, remindful, resonant, suggestive, aware.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include remindful, reminiscent, mindful, aware, redolent, indicative.

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