Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
insinuate
verb
ɪnˈsɪn.ju.eɪt
Definition
To suggest or hint at something in an indirect way.
Examples
- She didn’t say it outright, but she tried to insinuate that he was irresponsible.
- During the meeting, he insinuated that there were issues with the project without providing specific details.
Meaning
To imply something negative or suggestively without directly stating it.
Synonyms
- imply
- sug gest
- hint
- intimate
