Definition

This word describes something that is related to or expresses strong feelings and emotions.

Example

The film was very emotive, leaving the audience in tears.

Conversation

Did you see that new movie everyone is talking about?

Yeah, I watched it last night — it was so emotive!

I heard it really pulls at your heartstrings.

Absolutely! The emotive scenes felt so real.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Emotive** → It is formed from "emot-" (from Latin *emovere*, meaning to move out or stir up) and "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word "emotive" refers to something that has the nature of stirring up emotions or feelings.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'stirs up' emotions ('emot-') — that's why we call it emotive.

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