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- Dictionaryinsinuation/ɪnsɪnjʊˈeɪʃ(ə)n/
noun
- 1. an unpleasant hint or suggestion of something bad: "I've done nothing to deserve all your vicious insinuations"
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INSINUATION definition: 1. the action of suggesting, without being direct, that something unpleasant is true: 2. the…. Learn more.
How to use insinuation in a sentence. something that is insinuated; especially : a sly, subtle, and usually derogatory utterance; the act or process of insinuating… See the full definition
INSINUATION meaning: 1. the action of suggesting, without being direct, that something unpleasant is true: 2. the…. Learn more.
insinuation: 1 n an indirect (and usually malicious) implication Synonyms: innuendo Type of: implication an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection n the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments “she refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor” Synonyms: ...
Insinuation definition: an indirect or covert suggestion or hint, especially of a derogatory nature. See examples of INSINUATION used in a sentence.
2 meanings: 1. an indirect or devious hint or suggestion 2. the act or practice of insinuating.... Click for more definitions.
Definition of insinuation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
insinuation - the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments; "she refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor" ingratiation wheedling , blandishment - the act of urging by means of teasing or flattery
Insinuation definition: an indirect or covert suggestion or hint, especially of a derogatory nature. See examples of INSINUATION used in a sentence.
2 senses: 1. an indirect or devious hint or suggestion 2. the act or practice of insinuating.... Click for more definitions.
