Suggestive (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly; "actions indicative of fear".
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Meaning 2
Tending to suggest something improper or indecent; "a suggestive nod"; "suggestive poses".
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Meaning 3
Tending to suggest or imply; "artifacts suggestive of an ancient society"; "an implicative statement".
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Examples
- The artist's use of subtle lighting and shadows in the painting created a suggestive atmosphere that invited the viewer to ponder its meaning.
- The company's latest ad campaign features a series of suggestive commercials that hint at the car's impressive performance without explicitly stating it.
- The ancient ruins found in the desert were suggestive of a long-abandoned city, with crumbling structures and remnants of a once-great civilization.
- The language used in the politician's speech was suggestive of a more progressive agenda, but it remains to be seen whether she will follow through on her promises.
- The eerie, abandoned mansion stood as a suggestive monument to the family's tragic past, its empty halls and rooms whispering secrets to anyone brave enough to listen.