Uk English Meaning of insinuate

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Definitions and Meaning of insinuate in English

Wordnet

insinuate (v)

introduce or insert (oneself) in a subtle manner

give to understand

Webster

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.

Webster

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.

FAQs About the word insinuate

insinuate

introduce or insert (oneself) in a subtle manner, give to understandTo introduce gently or slowly, as by a winding or narrow passage, or a gentle, persistent mo

insert,introduce,slip,sneak,worm,wind,work in,wriggle,creep,edge

announce,_declare_,Explain,proclaim,Describe,elucidate,delineate,spell out

insinuant => insinuating, insinewing => unqualified, insinewed => Sinewed, insinew => Sinew, insincerity => Insincerity,