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- US Pronunciation
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- [uh-lood]
- /əˈlud/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [uh-lood]
- /əˈlud/
Definitions of alluded word
- verb without object alluded to refer casually or indirectly; make an allusion (usually followed by to): He often alluded to his poverty. 1
- verb without object alluded to contain a casual or indirect reference (usually followed by to): The letter alludes to something now forgotten. 1
- noun alluded Simple past tense and past participle of allude. 1
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Origin of alluded
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
1525-35; < Latin allūdere to play beside, make a playful allusion to, equivalent to al- al- + lūdere to play
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Parts of speech for Alluded
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adjective
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
alluded popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
alluded usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for alluded
verb alluded
- referred — to direct for information or anything required: He referred me to books on astrology.
- mentioned — to refer briefly to; name, specify, or speak of: Don't forget to mention her contribution to the project.
- indicated — to be a sign of; betoken; evidence; show: His hesitation really indicates his doubt about the venture.
- suggested — to mention or introduce (an idea, proposition, plan, etc.) for consideration or possible action: The architect suggested that the building be restored.
- introduced — to present (a person) to another so as to make acquainted.
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