evocative — bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈvoʊkətɪv/
Korean meaning: 강한 이미지나 기억, 감정을 불러일으키는
Korean pronunciation: 이**보**커티브
Example Sentences
- The evocative smell of burnt toast reminded me of my college dorm disasters.
- Her evocative painting captured the loneliness of city life perfectly.
- The teacher's evocative storytelling made even the boring history lesson come alive.
evocative
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈvoʊkətɪv//
bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind
Music box awakening powerful memories
Provocative strokes become invocative and evocative
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'evocare' meaning 'to call out or summon,' derived from 'e-' (out) and 'vocare' (to call). The suffix '-ative' was added to form an adjective meaning 'tending to evoke.'
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📝Examples
“The evocative smell of burnt toast reminded me of my college dorm disasters.”
“Her evocative painting captured the loneliness of city life perfectly.”
“The teacher's evocative storytelling made even the boring history lesson come alive.”
“That evocative K-pop song makes me cry every time, even though I don't understand the lyrics.”
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