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
In 2023, But Here We Are responded to the deaths of drummer Taylor Hawkins and Dave Grohl’s mother with a clutch of emotionally revelatory songs.
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 6 May 2026
In short, the move gives Young additional security, while offering leverage and protection to the organization in case the QB has a revelatory campaign during the upcoming season.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
An encouraging blurb from Brand was enough to send me in search of A Pattern Language, Zen in English Literature and Oriental Classics, and many other revelatory reads.
—Alec Nevala-Lee, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
The way fans embraced the film and made the moviegoing experience a social media moment was revelatory, Rich said.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for revelatory
The Week Us, TheWeek, 6 May 2026
In short, the move gives Young additional security, while offering leverage and protection to the organization in case the QB has a revelatory campaign during the upcoming season.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
An encouraging blurb from Brand was enough to send me in search of A Pattern Language, Zen in English Literature and Oriental Classics, and many other revelatory reads.
—Alec Nevala-Lee, The Atlantic, 23 Apr. 2026
The way fans embraced the film and made the moviegoing experience a social media moment was revelatory, Rich said.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for revelatory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revelatory
Adjective
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The sisters opted for suggestive sartorial choices, with Kylie Jenner stepping onto the carpet in a revealing strapless gown by Schiaparelli.—
Swasti Singhai,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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There are several variations on classic trivia packaged into different games, as well as a one-letter-guessing game that’s suggestive of Jeopardy.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Skip anything too tight or revealing.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
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Created by Eugene Pack and co-created by Dayle Reyfel, Celebrity Autobiography features stars reading — and dramatically acting out — excerpts from famous memoirs, leaning into the unintentionally funny, overly revealing and often absurd moments found within their pages.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Heard whole, the Barber-Menotti product is as gloriously over the top as anything that Bette Davis ever made with William Wyler—and Heartbeat’s reduction of it to its burning cinders is as just as effective as Glyndebourne’s grandly eloquent take.—
Russell Platt,
New Yorker,
20 May 2026
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The scene both underscores the character’s profound reserves of sadness in heartbreaking fashion, unfolding with eloquent flashes of wit.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Mental-health support is often discussed in broad terms, but meaningful progress happens when care is local, comprehensive and responsive to the unique needs of individuals and families.—
Maria Bledsoe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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That pattern — a difficult first day, an easier second, and indifference by the end — is part of why operators recommend stays of at least three nights for a meaningful digital detox.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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The overall mood feels expressive, relaxed and optimistic, with clothing designed for movement, travel, modern summer living and, most importantly, fun.—
Alex Badia,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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The exterior design is equally expressive.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Yiaga’s degustation menu is distinctly Australian—meaning, inventive and collaborative.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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To see you as a newborn child and then to look at you and to know that every step along the way, to witness that journey, is the most meaning aspect of my life.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Revelatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revelatory. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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