as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
ended his tall tale with a revelatory wink that indicated that it had all been an elaborate put-on
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Recent Examples of revelatory
In this heartwrenching and revelatory memoir, Holker shares her pain, her resilience and how she's rebuilt her life after a blindsiding loss.
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Texas’ 31-12 whupping of Michigan at the Not-So-Big House was revelatory.
—David Whitley, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Even those who are well-versed in the history of aviation will find that Randall’s account is revelatory.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Over the Hill with the Swords of a Thousand Men: Season 2 Episode 3
The dark origins of Vought are laid bare in this revelatory episode, which is one of the highlights of season two.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for revelatory 
Lizz Schumer, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Texas’ 31-12 whupping of Michigan at the Not-So-Big House was revelatory.
—David Whitley, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Even those who are well-versed in the history of aviation will find that Randall’s account is revelatory.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Over the Hill with the Swords of a Thousand Men: Season 2 Episode 3
The dark origins of Vought are laid bare in this revelatory episode, which is one of the highlights of season two.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for revelatory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revelatory
Adjective
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Entire pieces can—and have—been written on the suggestive use of food in Luca Guadagnino's films alone.—
Eliana Dockterman,
TIME,
21 Dec. 2024
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The question is not how or why this character begins turning into a furry, rodent-killing canine at night, which Heller shows via a few suggestive body-horror shots and quick cuts, but what the after-effect of the transformation is.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
6 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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While Johnson’s tight-lipped texts are far more nonchalant and in most cases less revealing than those of prior mayors, the messages do show the reality of how politicians gossip about their rivals, raise concerns about optics and celebrate wins.—
Gregory Royal Pratt,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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Borenstein assembled all of this into a film that’s not only a revealing bit of journalism on Talankin’s part but a satisfying character study about an independent thinker suddenly faced with totalitarianism.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Art and design have been key inspirations for the eloquent and thoughtful designer, such as German poet Hugo Ball, a founder of the Dada artistic movement and of Cabaret Voltaire in Zurich, for his spring 2025 collection.—
Luisa Zargani,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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What’s more difficult than curating an eloquent and versatile rotation of eveningwear?—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Jimmy Fallon's Broadway debut was extra meaningful for the Tonight Show host.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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After 30 years of delivering exceptional entertainment worldwide, this marks an exciting new chapter for SIE, highlighting its commitment to fostering creativity and building meaningful connections for millions of players.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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In the lyrics, the Argentine artist reflects on her emotions, which lead her to seek revenge in an expressive manner.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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The mix of vulnerability and boldness came through in full force in this performance, which included some audible jitters but also expressive moments where Wang’s milky legato meshed with the attentive, even tender, playing of the lower brass.—
Corinna da Fonseca-Wollheim,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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