English · Arts & Literature
evocative
/ɪˈvɒk.ə.tɪv/
[/ɪˈvɒk.ə.tɪv/]
bringing strong feelings to mind
Advancedadjective
Definition
Something evocative brings strong images, memories, or feelings to mind. Evocative language helps a talk come alive.
Example
Her evocative description put us right in the scene.
Her evocative description put us right in the scene.
Etymology
From Latin 'evocare', meaning to call forth.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to describe vivid, feeling-stirring language and art.