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The definition of expressive is showing feeling, or full of meaning.
(adjective)An example of something expressive is an intense love poem.
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See expressive in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
- of or characterized by expression
- that expresses or shows; indicative (of): a song expressive of joy
- full of meaning or feeling: an expressive nod
Origin: ME < ML expressivus
Related Forms:
- expressively adverb
- expressiveness noun
See expressive in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
- Of, relating to, or characterized by expression.
- Serving to express or indicate: actions expressive of frustration.
- Full of expression; significant: an expressive glance.
Related Forms:
- ex·presˈsive·ly adverb
- ex·presˈsive·ness noun
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