allude (to) (Meaning)

allude (to)

to speak of or mention (something or someone) in an indirect way

No weak antonyms found.

The author cleverly alludes to Shakespeare's Hamlet in her description of the protagonist's existential angst.
The painting subtly alludes to the artist's struggles with depression through its use of somber colors and haunting imagery.
In his speech, the politician made discreet allusions to the opposition's policies, without explicitly naming them.
The novel contains numerous allusions to Greek mythology, providing a deeper layer of meaning for those familiar with the stories.
The film's soundtrack features a haunting melody that alludes to the protagonist's tragic past.
The play's opening scene contains subtle allusions to the play's eventual tragic outcome.
The artist's work often alludes to personal experiences, making it uniquely relatable to the viewer.
The politician's comments implicitly alluded to a controversial policy, drawing criticism from the opposition.
The historian's account of the event makes passing allusions to the political climate of the time.
The article's headline intriguingly alludes to a potential scandal without providing any concrete details.

to speak of or mention (something or someone) in an indirect way

refer (to), mention, name, offer, place, cite,speak (of), bring up, propose, introduce

suppress, quiet, silence, censor,hush (up),

The author cleverly alludes to Shakespeare's Hamlet in her description of the protagonist's existential angst.

The painting subtly alludes to the artist's struggles with depression through its use of somber colors and haunting imagery.

In his speech, the politician made discreet allusions to the opposition's policies, without explicitly naming them.

The novel contains numerous allusions to Greek mythology, providing a deeper layer of meaning for those familiar with the stories.