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- [in-sin-yoo-ey-ting]
- /ɪnˈsɪn yuˌeɪ tɪŋ/
- /ɪnˈsɪn.ju.eɪ.tɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-sin-yoo-ey-ting]
- /ɪnˈsɪn yuˌeɪ tɪŋ/
Definitions of insinuating word
- adjective insinuating tending to instill doubts, distrust, etc.; suggestive: an insinuating letter. 1
- adjective insinuating gaining favor or winning confidence by artful means: an insinuating manner. 1
- verb with object insinuating to suggest or hint slyly: He insinuated that they were lying. 1
- verb with object insinuating to instill or infuse subtly or artfully, as into the mind: to insinuate doubts through propaganda. 1
- verb with object insinuating to bring or introduce into a position or relation by indirect or artful methods: to insinuate oneself into favor. 1
- verb without object insinuating to make insinuations. 1
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Origin of insinuating
First appearance:
before 1585 One of the 35% oldest English words
First recorded in 1585-95; insinuate + -ing2
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Parts of speech for Insinuating
noun
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
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insinuating popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% 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.
insinuating usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for insinuating
adj insinuating
- intriguing — to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate: The plan intrigues me, but I wonder if it will work.
- indicative — showing, signifying, or pointing out; expressive or suggestive (usually followed by of): behavior indicative of mental disorder.
- insinuative — to suggest or hint slyly: He insinuated that they were lying.
- pregnant — convincing; cogent: a pregnant argument.
- redolent — having a pleasant odor; fragrant.
adjective insinuating
- evocative — Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.
- expressive — Effectively conveying thought or feeling.
Antonyms for insinuating
adj insinuating
- disgusting — causing disgust; offensive to the physical, moral, or aesthetic taste.
- repellent — causing distaste or aversion; repulsive.
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