as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
ended his tall tale with a revelatory wink that indicated that it had all been an elaborate put-on
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Recent Examples of revelatory
The wide-ranging performance of Day is revelatory; every inch of Charity’s joy and heartbreak is a masterful turn.
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David John Chávez, Mercury News, 21 June 2025
Then, the moon will reach its peak in Sagittarius on June 11, bringing revelatory insights to the surface, but don’t expect these truths to come without a dose of discomfort!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 June 2025
Sabally was the box-score star, setting a Phoenix record with 27 points in her debut, but the way coach Nate Tibbetts unleashed Thomas was more revelatory.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Dylan’s performance was simply (and complexly) revelatory, while Nelson persevered in the face of an apparent cold on a cool, breezy night.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
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David John Chávez, Mercury News, 21 June 2025
Then, the moon will reach its peak in Sagittarius on June 11, bringing revelatory insights to the surface, but don’t expect these truths to come without a dose of discomfort!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 June 2025
Sabally was the box-score star, setting a Phoenix record with 27 points in her debut, but the way coach Nate Tibbetts unleashed Thomas was more revelatory.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Dylan’s performance was simply (and complexly) revelatory, while Nelson persevered in the face of an apparent cold on a cool, breezy night.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revelatory
Adjective
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According to the outlet, the message appears to bear Trump’s signature and included a suggestive drawing.—
Julia Mueller,
The Hill,
29 July 2025
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The move follows a $10 billion defamation lawsuit Trump filed against the Journal and Rupert Murdoch over a story linking him to Jeffrey Epstein via a suggestive birthday letter.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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In a revealing assignment, attendees were asked to write a fictional third-person scene with themselves as the protagonist.—
Dan Morrison,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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From Illusion to Introspection If the first set of data reveals a disconnect between leadership and the workforce, the second reveals something even more revealing.—
Brian Solis,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Seeking to obtain explicit support, Bolsonaro’s third son, Eduardo, a member of Brazil’s lower house of congress and his family’s most eloquent international voice, took a leave from his legislative duties and moved to the U.S. early this year.—
Rafael R. Ioris,
The Conversation,
14 July 2025
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This dress features striped detailing and an eloquent and understated length.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
3 June 2025
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Relying on him for meaningful snaps in 2025, though, would be a big ask. 4.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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This is especially meaningful for younger workers and single parents juggling multiple jobs just to make ends meet.—
Andy Harris,
Baltimore Sun,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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In 2011: Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Amy Winehouse, known for her expressive vocals, died at age 27 from alcohol poisoning.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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The single arrives alongside an expressive music video directed by (La)Horde.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
24 July 2025
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“Revelatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revelatory. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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