as in graphical
having many features or details
He told a descriptive story about his trip to Spain that captured our attention. An overly descriptive account of the movie that left little to the imagination.
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Recent Examples of descriptive
The names for the months of the year in Ukrainian are delightfully descriptive.
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Michael Holtz, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
Each playlist suggestion has a descriptive blurb about the city and station, which makes for an interesting read.
—PCMAG, 31 Jan. 2025
An abduction must have occurred, the child must be at risk of serious injury or death and there has to be descriptive information about the child, the suspect or the suspect's vehicle.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Now there are 2,234 instances, and counting, of the term being used as a descriptive tag on Steam, the PC gaming marketplace.
—Lewis Gordon, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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Michael Holtz, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
Each playlist suggestion has a descriptive blurb about the city and station, which makes for an interesting read.
—PCMAG, 31 Jan. 2025
An abduction must have occurred, the child must be at risk of serious injury or death and there has to be descriptive information about the child, the suspect or the suspect's vehicle.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Now there are 2,234 instances, and counting, of the term being used as a descriptive tag on Steam, the PC gaming marketplace.
—Lewis Gordon, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for descriptive
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Meanwhile, graphic sock and apparel company Rock ‘Em Socks direct messaged Khan on Instagram after the viral moment, according to Senior Vice President Steve Rollins.—
Mark J. Burns,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Those with a more sports-adjacent style, on the other hand, often mix theirs with graphic sweaters and basketball jerseys.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
21 Mar. 2025
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Devil May Cry 5 (2019) retained the basis of the classic combat, but not without betting on a bigger role for its story, while pushing for a more realistic presentation all around.—
Diego Argüello,
Rolling Stone,
22 Mar. 2025
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For many parts of the U.S., banishing cars simply isn’t realistic in the absence of comprehensive public transportation and high-density redesigns that often lack political or taxpayer backing.—
Megha Satyanarayana,
Scientific American,
21 Mar. 2025
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Artistically, Cynthia’s lighting designs are vivid, intentional, and showcase a remarkable talent for a student of her age.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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Whether that’s having dreams that are extra vivid or unexpected revelations about your past.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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In the United States, permission from the subject of a story is typically not required to create expressive works.—
Legal Entertainment,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Fashionably oversized trousers don’t have to be neutral, but instead abstract-printed or in strange muted tones, and super skinny ones buck the (better) trend of the former because good taste bows to expressive statement, here.—
Julian Randall,
Essence,
12 Mar. 2025
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The picturesque views extend over and beyond the rolling greens of the Hillcrest Country Club.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2025
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Around one-fifth of red wolves meet their end on a bumper, many on US 64, a primary route that vacationers take to the Outer Banks, the picturesque chain of barrier islands that line North Carolina’s seaboard.—
Ben Goldfarb,
Vox,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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His work has begun to incorporate interesting design elements and unconventional photographic approaches that communicate his ideas.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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Earlier on Wednesday, producers released a photographic portrait of the play's massive cast on stage the famed locale, as well as a production shot from the play.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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Disaster-prone California has regulations that try to help ensure replacement values are accurate.—
Ron Lieber,
New York Times,
19 Mar. 2025
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Tips for Pap Smear Preparation on Your Period Cervical cancer screening, like any lab test, is not always 100% accurate, and certain factors can affect accuracy and comfort during the exam.—
Khadeja Haye,
Verywell Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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Former admissions officers frequently remind students that college isn't about landing at a specific school.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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The recall affects specific lots of 1.15-ounce Original Beef, which are sold in 12-count pouches, 8-count pouches, and single sticks.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Descriptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/descriptive. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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