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- [in-sin-yoo-ey-shuh n]
- /ɪnˌsɪn yuˈeɪ ʃən/
- /ɪnˈsɪn.ju.eɪt/
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- [in-sin-yoo-ey-shuh n]
- /ɪnˌsɪn yuˈeɪ ʃən/
Definitions of insinuation word
- noun insinuation an indirect or covert suggestion or hint, especially of a derogatory nature: She made nasty insinuations about her rivals. 1
- noun insinuation covert or artful suggestion or hinting, as of something implied: His methods of insinuation are most ingenious. 1
- noun insinuation subtle or artful instillment into the mind. 1
- noun insinuation the art or power of stealing into the affections and pleasing; ingratiation: He made his way by flattery and insinuation. 1
- noun insinuation Archaic. a slow winding, worming, or stealing in. 1
- noun insinuation Obsolete. an ingratiating act or speech. 1
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Origin of insinuation
First appearance:
before 1520 One of the 28% oldest English words
First recorded in 1520-30, insinuation is from the Latin word insinuātion- (stem of insinuātiō). See insinuate, -ion
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Parts of speech for Insinuation
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adjective
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
insinuation popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% 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.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for insinuation
noun insinuation
- innuendo — an indirect intimation about a person or thing, especially of a disparaging or a derogatory nature.
- suggestion — the act of suggesting.
- hint — an indirect, covert, or helpful suggestion; clue: Give me a hint as to his identity.
- implication — implies
- intimation — the act of intimating, or making known indirectly.
Antonyms for insinuation
noun insinuation
- statement — something stated.
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