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suggestively

/səɡˈdʒɛstɪvli/
sug · ges · tive · ly
Adjective:suggestive
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1

In a manner that hints at, implies, or brings to mind an unstated thought, idea, or possibility.

Example

"The detective paused and glanced suggestively at the unlocked window."

2

In a way that conveys an indecent, risqué, or sexually provocative meaning.

Example

"The comedian raised an eyebrow suggestively, drawing laughter from the late-night audience."

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suggestibly
suggestion
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suggestively
suggestiveness
suicidal
suicidally

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'suggestive' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base word derives from Latin 'suggestus', the past participle of 'suggerere' ('to bring up, furnish, or hint'), from 'sub-' ('under') and 'gerere' ('to carry').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Suggestively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/suggestively
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