
Expressive
Facial Expressions
Often paired with facial features to describe how emotions are shown non-verbally.
His expressive smile lit up the room.
Not Just Sadness
Expressive can describe any strong emotion, not just sadness or pain.
Her expressive laughter was infectious.
Beyond Words
Refers to showing thoughts or feelings without necessarily using words.
Artists use expressive brush strokes to convey their message.
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