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descriptive

Pronunciation: [dɪˈskrɪp.tɪv]

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Learn how to use descriptive in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “language”

(adjective) when something gives a lot of details about something else. Descriptive words help you paint a picture with your words. They can help someone understand better what you're talking about.

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The story was very descriptive, so I could imagine exactly what the characters looked like.

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Without descriptive words, the explanation was dull and hard to visualize.

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Can you give me some descriptive examples of your favorite animal?

Context: “writing”

(adjective) when writing uses rich details to create a clear picture for the readers. Descriptive writing makes the story come alive with sights, sounds, and smells.

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Her descriptive writing made the scene feel real, just like I was there.

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The report lacked descriptive writing, so it was hard to stay interested.

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What are some techniques to make your writing more descriptive?

How to pronounce descriptive

Pronunciation: [dɪˈskrɪp.tɪv]

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