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expressive

ex·pres·sive

expressive

 
 
pronunciation:
ihk spre sihv
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: full of expression, as a remark or gesture.
This conductor's movements are particularly expressive.
synonyms:
demonstrative, evocative
antonyms:
blank, deadpan, expressionless, inexpressive, mechanical, vacant
similar words:
eloquent, informative, meaningful, moving, passionate, poignant, pregnant, significant, suggestive, telling, vivid
definition 2: of or pertaining to expression.
Speech is only one expressive means that humans possess.
definition 3: showing the ability to or serving to express.
Red roses are said to be expressive of love.
synonyms:
compelling, eloquent, forceful, persuasive, powerful
similar words:
effective, lyrical, passionate, vivid
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derivations: expressively (adv.), expressiveness (n.)
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