How to Pronounce Evocative

To pronounce "evocative", say EV-oc-at-iv-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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EV-oc-at-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “evocative”

"evocative" has 5 syllables: ev-oc-at-iv-e. It rhymes with provocative and vocative, if that helps it stick.

What does evocative mean?

adjective

  1. That evokes (brings to mind) a memory, mood, feeling or image; redolent or reminiscent

Synonyms

redolentremindfulreminiscentresonantsuggestive

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Words that rhyme with evocative

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provocativevocativetalkative

Related words

remindfulreminiscentmindfulawareredolentindicativemeaningfulallusive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "evocative"?▾

"Evocative" has 5 syllables: ev · oc · at · iv · e.

What does "evocative" mean?▾

Evocative: That evokes (brings to mind) a memory, mood, feeling or image; redolent or reminiscent

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