Suggestive

/səˈdʒɛstɪv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Tending to suggest or imply something, especially in a way that is indirectly or subtly sexual.

The artist's painting had a suggestive quality that drew the viewer's attention.

Helping to suggest or provide an idea or hint.

Her suggestive remarks led him to believe that she was interested in him.

Evoking a particular idea, image, or feeling.

The suggestive landscape in the photograph seemed to invite contemplation.

From Latin 'suggestivus', which comes from 'suggerere' meaning 'to bring to mind'.

suggestive of:

indicating or implying something.

suggestive remarks:

comments that imply something without saying it directly.

suggestive imagery:

images that evoke certain ideas or feelings, often of a sensitive or sexual nature.

Suggestive of romantic interest.

She gave him a suggestive look across the room.

Implying something naughty or risqué.

That movie had some suggestive scenes that raised eyebrows.