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

—Eric Malpass

evocatively adverb

evocativeness noun

Synonyms

• reminiscent
• suggestive

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

Recent Examples on the Web

There are certain nods to how a straightforward documentary would treat the interviews, like walks through neighborhoods and evocative b-roll. —Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2024

Alternating between clean and distorted tones, Below generated swarms of evocative noises, wild, mechanical and otherwise. —Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024

While the historic Slane Castle provides an evocative backdrop to the brand, Alex emphasizes that the whiskey must earn its place on its own merits. —Paul Caputo, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024

Housed in an edgy black speckled vessel with apothecary-style labels and evocative scent descriptions, the candles have quickly built a dedicated following. —Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1657, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

evocative

adjective

evoc·​a·​tive i-ˈväk-ət-iv 

: having the power to evoke an especially emotional response

an evocative photograph