Definition of the word suggestive

Definition of the word suggestive

Pronunciation of vocabulary suggestive

suggestiveadjective
gợi ý
/səˈdʒestɪv//səˈdʒestɪv/

Origin of the word suggestive

The word "suggestive" originates from the Latin word "suggerere," meaning "to bring up, to hint, to propose." It came into English in the 16th century, initially meaning "to bring to mind" or "to imply." Over time, it acquired its more modern connotation of "arousing a particular feeling, idea, or image," particularly of a sexual nature. This shift is likely due to the inherent ambiguity of suggesting, which can be interpreted in various ways, depending on the context and the receiver's perception.

Vocabulary summary suggestive

type adjective

meaning suggestive, suggestive, evocative

example the sentence is suggestive of an old saying

meaning suggestive, suggestive of lewd thoughts

Example of vocabulary suggestivenamespace

reminding you of something or making you think about something

nhắc nhở bạn về điều gì đó hoặc khiến bạn suy nghĩ về điều gì đó

music that is suggestive of warm summer days
âm nhạc gợi nhớ những ngày hè ấm áp
The blurry figures in the painting took on a suggestive quality, as if they were about to move or reveal a hidden meaning.
Những hình ảnh mờ ảo trong bức tranh mang tính gợi mở, như thể chúng sắp chuyển động hoặc tiết lộ một ý nghĩa ẩn giấu.
The provocative imagery in the ad campaign seemed suggestive, hinting at a sexual nature.
Hình ảnh khiêu khích trong chiến dịch quảng cáo có vẻ gợi tình, ám chỉ đến bản chất tình dục.
As the sun began to set, subtle shadows formed on the tree bark, making it look suggestively like hidden faces or shapes.
Khi mặt trời bắt đầu lặn, những cái bóng mờ ảo hình thành trên vỏ cây, khiến nó trông gợi cảm như những khuôn mặt hoặc hình dạng ẩn giấu.
The ambiguous text message left her feeling suggestive, causing her to wonder what the sender meant.
Tin nhắn mơ hồ khiến cô cảm thấy gợi ý, khiến cô tự hỏi người gửi có ý gì.