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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Caroline Carlson, Literary Hub, 2 Jan. 2026
For this one, Kubrick utilized real New York locations, including Times Square, the old Penn Station, and the neighborhood that would one day become Soho; the evocative, atmospheric use of deep focus and shadow is a major highlight.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 31 Dec. 2025
This evocative Southern gothic drama is all about generational trauma and the tricky nature of memory.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Dec. 2025
You’ll soon be enveloped in a fragrance that’s milky, warmth-exuding, and evocative of your favorite tropical vacation spot — all while protecting your bod from UV rays.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for evocative
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“Evocative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/evocative. Accessed 8 Jan. 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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