Evocative meaning

ĭ-vŏk'ə-tĭv
The definition of evocative is something that creates a strong response or feeling.

An advertisement showing hungry children is an example of evocative.

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Tending to evoke a reaction or response, esp. an emotional one.
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Tending or having the power to evoke.
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Vivid and seemingly realistic as in the artistic representation of a particular time, place, etc.
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That evokes (brings to mind) a memory, mood, feeling or image; redolent or reminiscent.
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Origin of evocative

  • From Latin ēvocātīvus (“pertaining to summoning”)
    From Wiktionary

Evocative Sentence Examples

  • Based on the original Diavolo fragrances for men and women, this interpretation aims to build on the intensity and drama and create an even more evocative, memorable spirit.

  • A design for a half sleeve in this style would incorporate nautical imagery, pin-up girls or other imagery evocative of the 1940s and '50s.

  • Helmut Newton: Arguably the most famous nude photographer ever, Helmut Newton's work is erotic and evocative, and often includes sado-masochistic undertones.

  • It was once the seat of one of the great trading empires of the ancient world, and is evocative of the past.

  • evocative of days gone by.

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