Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
allusion
noun
əˈluː.ʒən
Definition
An indirect reference to a person, place, event, or literary work.
Examples
- In his speech, the politician made an allusion to the famous quote by a historical figure.
- The book contains several allusions to classical mythology.
Meaning
Allusion is a way of hinting at something without mentioning it directly.
Synonyms
- reference
- hint
- suggestion
