Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
telltale-sign
noun
/ˈtɛl.teɪl saɪn/
Definition
A telltale sign is an indication or clue that reveals information about a certain situation or condition.
Examples
- Her tired eyes were a telltale sign that she hadn’t slept well.
- The dark clouds are a telltale sign of an approaching storm.
- His nervous laughter was a telltale sign that he was lying.
Meaning
The term describes something that clearly shows or suggests a particular fact or situation, often without needing to be directly stated.
Synonyms
- indicator
- signal
- hint
- mark
- clue
