insinuate (Meaning)
insinuate (v)
introduce or insert (oneself) in a subtle manner
give to understand
insinuate (v. t.)
To introduce gently or slowly, as by a winding or narrow passage, or a gentle, persistent movement.
To introduce artfully; to infuse gently; to instill.
To hint; to suggest by remote allusion; -- often used derogatorily; as, did you mean to insinuate anything?
To push or work (one's self), as into favor; to introduce by slow, gentle, or artful means; to ingratiate; -- used reflexively.
insinuate (v. i.)
To creep, wind, or flow in; to enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly, as into crevices.
To ingratiate one's self; to obtain access or favor by flattery or cunning.
Synonyms & Antonyms of insinuate
insinuate Sentence Examples
- The politician's statement subtly insinuated that his opponent was dishonest.
- The rumor mill in the office insinuated that the new manager was incompetent.
- The professor delicately insinuated that the student's research lacked depth.
- The journalist insinuated that the celebrity was having an affair, without explicitly stating it.
- The teacher discreetly insinuated that the student needed to improve their writing skills.
- The gossip columnist insinuated that the actress was involved in a scandal, without providing any evidence.
- The politician's carefully crafted words insinuated that the opposition was responsible for the country's economic woes.
- The lawyer skillfully insinuated doubt into the jury's minds regarding the defendant's guilt.
- The neighbor's casual comments insinuated that they knew more about the incident than they were letting on.
- The company executive subtly insinuated that the employee was not performing well, hoping to motivate them to improve.
FAQs About the word insinuate
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proclaim, announce, proclaim, explain, announce,declare, explain, declare,describe, elucidate
The politician's statement subtly insinuated that his opponent was dishonest.
The rumor mill in the office insinuated that the new manager was incompetent.
The professor delicately insinuated that the student's research lacked depth.
The journalist insinuated that the celebrity was having an affair, without explicitly stating it.
