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- [in-tuh-meyt]
- /ˈɪn təˌmeɪt/
- /ˈɪn.tɪ.meɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-tuh-meyt]
- /ˈɪn təˌmeɪt/
Definitions of intimating word
- verb with object intimating to indicate or make known indirectly; hint; imply; suggest. 1
- verb with object intimating Archaic. to make known; announce. 1
- noun intimating Present participle of intimate. 1
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Origin of intimating
First appearance:
before 1530 One of the 29% oldest English words
1530-40; < Late Latin intimātus, past participle of intimāre to impress (upon), make known, equivalent to intim(us) inmost (see intima) + -ātus -ate1
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Parts of speech for Intimating
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
intimating popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 87% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
intimating usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for intimating
noun intimating
- mentioning — to refer briefly to; name, specify, or speak of: Don't forget to mention her contribution to the project.
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