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evocative

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Adjective — Bringing a strong memory, feeling, or image to mind.

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evocative of evocative imagery hauntingly evocative

Etymology

From Latin ēvocātīvus, related to ēvocāre, "to call forth" — the same root as "evoke."

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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.".

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