suggestive

adjective
UK: /səˈdʒestɪv/
US: /səɡˈdʒestɪv/

  1. Giving you an idea about something without saying it directly.

    1. His words were very suggestive.
    2. The ads are suggestive of a relaxed, peaceful vacation, which is exactly what I need after this stressful project.

  2. Containing a hint of something immoral or indecent.

    1. The song has suggestive lyrics.
    2. The comedian was criticized for telling jokes that were considered too suggestive and offensive to many in the audience.

Synonyms

evocative allusive provocative titillating

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "suggestive" in English means: Giving you an idea about something without saying it directly., Containing a hint of something immoral or indecent..

The phonetic transcription of "suggestive" is /səˈdʒestɪv/ in British English and /səɡˈdʒestɪv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "suggestive": evocative, allusive, provocative, titillating.

Example usage of "suggestive": "His words were very suggestive.". More examples on the page.