Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
allude
verb
/əˈluːd/
Definition
To make an indirect reference to something.
Examples
- In her speech, she alluded to her past experiences without going into details.
- The author alludes to classical mythology throughout the novel.
Meaning
Allude means to hint at something without saying it directly. It’s often used in discussions or writing to suggest an idea or topic without explicitly mentioning it.
Synonyms
- refer
- hint
- suggest
- imply
- indicate
