evocative
adjective
evoc·a·tive
i-ˈvä-kə-tiv 
: evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
… settings … so evocative that they bring tears to the eyes …—
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evocatively
adverb
evocativeness
noun
Examples of evocative in a Sentence
He wrote a powerful and evocative biography.
the Italian-American restaurant is decorated in a manner evocative of the charming outdoor cafés in Italy
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The dress featured a reptilian style inspiration with its fabric, a scale-like motif evocative of serpenti material.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
There was the pretense of happiness in his childhood home in Depression-era New York (the city is captured in terrifically evocative clips).
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Set the scene Set on 25 acres atop a dramatic bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the resort’s white exterior, punctuated by evocative arches, highlights the bright turquoise water below, creating a stunning setting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
The 30 other rides here will captivate you with the timeless thrills and evocative design of this storied park.
—Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
There was the pretense of happiness in his childhood home in Depression-era New York (the city is captured in terrifically evocative clips).
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Set the scene Set on 25 acres atop a dramatic bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the resort’s white exterior, punctuated by evocative arches, highlights the bright turquoise water below, creating a stunning setting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
The 30 other rides here will captivate you with the timeless thrills and evocative design of this storied park.
—Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
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“Evocative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/evocative. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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evocative
adjective
evoc·a·tive
i-ˈväk-ət-iv
: having the power to evoke an especially emotional response
an evocative photograph
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