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expressif

expressive

adjective ex-preh-SEEF Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Personality

Usage Note

Expressif describes a face, gesture, voice, or artistic style that conveys emotion vividly. The feminine is expressive. An acteur très expressif commands the stage through body language and tone alone. The adverb expressivement exists but is rare; speakers prefer avec expressivité or de façon expressive.

Examples

"Son visage est très expressif."

Natural Translation

Her face is very expressive.

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