allusion in Greek
allusion in Greek is νύξη, υπαινιγμός — allusion means an indirect reference to something — a person, event or work — that the audience is expected to recognise without it being named outright.
allusion in Greek
νύξη
Pronounced: nyxi
An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned.
υπαινιγμός
Pronounced: ypainigmos
An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned.
What does "allusion" mean?
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noun An indirect reference to something — a person, event or work — that the audience is expected to recognise without it being named outright.
"The title is an allusion to Paradise Lost."
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- The title is an allusion to Paradise Lost.
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What is "allusion" in Greek?
"allusion" in Greek is νύξη, υπαινιγμός. allusion means: An indirect reference to something — a person, event or work — that the audience is expected to recognise without it being named outright.
How do you pronounce νύξη?
"allusion" in Greek is νύξη, pronounced "nyxi".
How do you use "allusion" in a sentence?
Example: "The title is an allusion to Paradise Lost." In Greek, "allusion" is νύξη, υπαινιγμός.
Are there other ways to say "allusion" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 2 translations listed for "allusion": νύξη, υπαινιγμός.
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