Main Entry: ex·pres·sive

Pronunciation: \ik-ˈspre-siv\

Function: adjective

Date: 15th century

1 : of or relating to expression <the expressive function of language>
2 : serving to express, utter, or represent <foul and novel terms expressive of rage — H. G. Wells>
3 : effectively conveying meaning or feeling <an expressive silence> <expressive line drawings>

— ex·pres·sive·ly adverb

— ex·pres·sive·ness noun