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Definition of suggestiveness

suggestiveness

/səɡˈdʒɛstɪvnəs/
sug · ges · tive · ness
Adverb:suggestively
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Adjective:suggestive
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• noun

1

The quality of evoking or calling up thoughts, memories, associations, or subtle meanings beyond what is explicitly stated.

Example

"The poet's reputation rests on the rich suggestiveness of her imagery rather than direct statement."

2

The quality of hinting at or implying something improper, indecent, or sexually provocative.

Example

"Censors objected to the blatant suggestiveness of several lyrics in the song."

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• Rhymes for suggestiveness

• Nearby Words

suggestion
suggestive
suggestively
suggestiveness
suicidal
suicidally
suicide

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