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Synonyms of insinuate

11 similar words

Another word for insinuate is suggest. Other synonyms of insinuate are imply and allude.

Synonyms and similar words for insinuate

verbTo hint; to suggest tacitly (usually something bad) while avoiding a direct statement.

  • advert
  • alludeTo refer to something indirectly or by suggestion; to invoke it by implication rather than mention.
  • hint
  • implyTo hint; to insinuate; to suggest tacitly and avoid a direct statement.
  • indicate
  • inkle
  • intimate
  • moot ScotlandTo say, utter, also insinuate.
  • refer
  • signify
  • suggestTo imply but stop short of explicitly stating (something).

Meaning of insinuate

  1. verb To hint; to suggest tacitly (usually something bad) while avoiding a direct statement.
  2. verb To creep, wind, or flow into; to enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly, as into crevices.
  3. verb To ingratiate; to obtain access to or introduce something by subtle, cunning or artful means.

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Questions about synonyms of insinuate

What is another word for insinuate?
Insinuate has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as suggest, imply and allude.
What does insinuate mean?
Insinuate means to hint; to suggest tacitly (usually something bad) while avoiding a direct statement.

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