evocative

[US]/ɪˈvɒkətɪv/
[UK]/ɪˈvɑːkətɪv/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. bringing up memories and emotions.

Example Sentences

His talk was evocative of the bygone days.

Those old toys are evocative of my boyhood.

The taste of the cakes was evocative of my childhood.

the building's cramped interiors are highly evocative of past centuries.

the rural idyll remains strongly evocative in most industrialized societies.

The Coda features the tune combined with an evocative countermelody in the piano.

The successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images. Somethingapropos is both to the point and opportune:

Ocean: An ethereal dreamscape done in moody and evocative shades of blue, including deep ultramarine, sky and violet.

The treatment suites are embellished with heritage frescos evocative of the sensuous and romantic Rajasthani Royal leitmotif.

looking for a colorful and evocative title for the book). Anappellation is a name other than a proper name that describes or characterizes and that gains currency primarily through use:

Real-world Examples

So the gibbons make an evocative sound. If something is evocative it brings strong feelings or memories to mind.

Source: 6 Minute English

And something that is evocative is usually pleasant, Rob.

Source: 6 Minute English

Illuminating and evocative, the book sold over 1m copies and was adapted for the screen.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Both terms were simple and evocative, but for some reason, only spring had staying power in Britain.

Source: Intermediate English short passage

Because there's flavours there that are very evocative. Absolutely.And smells of emotion and, you know? Yes. Yes.

Source: BBC documentary "Mom's Home Cooking"

They're so evocative, very tied to memories.

Source: Celebrity Skincare Tips

Cai Guo-Qiang's evocative exploration, now at Mathaf, of the ancient links between China and the Gulf is new and original.

Source: The Economist - Arts

Salem. If you're looking for a witchy, evocative, autumnal name that packs a profound punch, Salem is a great choice.

Source: The importance of English names.

The word is an evocative word.

Source: TED Talks (Video Edition) April 2020 Compilation

VR enthusiasts turn their attentions to an evocative but neglected scents.

Source: The Economist Science and Technology

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