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Expressive

usgb/ɪkˈspresɪv/Volume
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Facial Expressions

Often paired with facial features to describe how emotions are shown non-verbally.

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His expressive smile lit up the room.
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Not Just Sadness

Expressive can describe any strong emotion, not just sadness or pain.

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Her expressive laughter was infectious.
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Beyond Words

Refers to showing thoughts or feelings without necessarily using words.

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Artists use expressive brush strokes to convey their message.
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