insinuation
Insinuation (noun) means an indirect hint or suggestion, usually implying something unflattering. Example: “She was hurt by the insinuation that she hadn't worked hard for her promotion.”
How to Use Insinuation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sly, indirect hint, especially one that implies something bad about someone.
Word Forms
insinuations plural
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She was hurt by the _____ that she hadn't worked hard for her promotion.
Etymology
From Latin insinuatio, from insinuare ("to push in, creep in").
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “insinuation” mean?
The word “insinuation” means an indirect hint or suggestion, usually implying something unflattering. In plain terms, a sly, indirect hint, especially one that implies something bad about someone.
How do you pronounce “insinuation”?
“Insinuation” is pronounced ihn-sihn-yoo-AY-shuhn (/ɪnˌsɪnjuˈeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “insinuation” in a sentence?
Here is “insinuation” used in a sentence: “She was hurt by the insinuation that she hadn't worked hard for her promotion.”
What part of speech is “insinuation”?
“Insinuation” is a noun.
Where does the word “insinuation” come from?
The word “insinuation” comes from Latin. From Latin insinuatio, from insinuare ("to push in, creep in").