evocative
4 synonyms for evocative, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Bringing a strong memory, feeling, or image to mind.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use evocative
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
evocative of
evocative imagery
hauntingly evocative
Etymology
From Latin ēvocātīvus, related to ēvocāre, "to call forth" — the same root as "evoke."
Full origin of evocative →Frequently asked questions
What does “evocative” mean?
The word “evocative” means bringing a strong memory, feeling, or image to mind. In plain terms, something that strongly calls to mind a memory, mood, or image.
How do you pronounce “evocative”?
“Evocative” is pronounced ih-VOK-uh-tihv (/ɪˈvɒk.ə.tɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “evocative” in a sentence?
Here is “evocative” used in a sentence: “The photo album was full of evocative reminders of their childhood.”
What part of speech is “evocative”?
“Evocative” is an adjective.
Where does the word “evocative” come from?
The word “evocative” comes from Latin. From Latin ēvocātīvus, related to ēvocāre, "to call forth" — the same root as "evoke.".
