Meaning & Definition of word "Suggestive"
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Suggestive
/səˈdʒɛstɪv/
adjective:
- 1. Tending to suggest or imply something, especially in a way that is indirectly or subtly sexual.
- Example: The artist's painting had a suggestive quality that drew the viewer's attention.
- 2. Helping to suggest or provide an idea or hint.
- Example: Her suggestive remarks led him to believe that she was interested in him.
- 3. Evoking a particular idea, image, or feeling.
- Example: The suggestive landscape in the photograph seemed to invite contemplation.
Etymology
From Latin 'suggestivus', which comes from 'suggerere' meaning 'to bring to mind'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
Related Words
suggest:
to propose or recommend an idea or plan.
insinuate:
to suggest or hint something in an indirect way.
imply:
to indicate or suggest without being explicit.
Slang Meanings of suggestive
Meaning: Suggestive of romantic interest.
Example Sentence: She gave him a suggestive look across the room.
Meaning: Implying something naughty or risqué.
Example Sentence: That movie had some suggestive scenes that raised eyebrows.