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- Dictionaryex·pres·sive/ikˈspresiv/
adjective
- 1. effectively conveying thought or feeling: "she has big expressive eyes" Similar Opposite
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EXPRESSIVE definition: 1. showing what someone thinks or feels: 2. showing a particular feeling or characteristic: 3…. Learn more.
The meaning of EXPRESSIVE is of or relating to expression. How to use expressive in a sentence.
adjective. full of expression; meaningful: an expressive shrug. serving to express; indicative of power to express: a look expressive of gratitude. of, relating to, or concerned with expression: Dance is a highly expressive art.
Anything that communicates thoughts or feelings is expressive. Expressive comes from the French word expres for "clear, plain.” It’s easy to read people who are expressive, their emotions are clear. Smiling, laughing, shouting, crying, and pouting are all expressive. So is art, whether it's music, sculpture, or writing.
adjective. 1. of, involving, or full of expression. 2.(postpositive; foll byof) indicative or suggestive (of) a look expressive of love. 3. having a particular meaning, feeling, or force; significant. Collins English Dictionary.
1. Of, relating to, or characterized by expression: a child's expressive ability. 2. Serving to express or indicate meaning or feeling: actions expressive of frustration. 3. Showing or communicating meaning or feeling effectively: an expressive glance. ex·pres′sive·ly adv. ex·pres′sive·ness n.
Definition of expressive adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
EXPRESSIVE meaning: 1. showing what someone thinks or feels: 2. showing a particular feeling or characteristic: 3…. Learn more.
adjective. /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/ showing or able to show your thoughts and feelings She has wonderfully expressive eyes. the expressive power of his music compare expressionless. Definitions on the go. Look up any word in the dictionary offline, anytime, anywhere with the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app.
3 senses: 1. of, involving, or full of expression 2. indicative or suggestive (of) 3. having a particular meaning, feeling, or.... Click for more definitions.
