insinuation (Meaning)
insinuation (n)
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
insinuation (n.)
The act or process of insinuating; a creeping, winding, or flowing in.
The act of gaining favor, affection, or influence, by gentle or artful means; -- formerly used in a good sense, as of friendly influence or interposition.
The art or power of gaining good will by a prepossessing manner.
That which is insinuated; a hint; a suggestion or intimation by distant allusion; as, slander may be conveyed by insinuations.
Synonyms & Antonyms of insinuation
insinuation Sentence Examples
- Her subtle insinuations hinted at a hidden agenda.
- The insinuation that he was involved in the scandal was baseless.
- The politician dismissed the insinuations as mere gossip.
- The detectives found no evidence to support their insinuations of wrongdoing.
- The journalist's insinuations about the actor's personal life sparked controversy.
- The insinuation that she was incompetent left her feeling deeply offended.
- The boss's insinuations about her loyalty made her question her position.
- The professor's insinuations that students were cheating led to outrage.
- The defendant's insinuations of bias against the jury were rejected by the judge.
- The insinuations that the company was engaging in unethical practices damaged its reputation.
FAQs About the word insinuation
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication, the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishmentsThe act or proces
imputation, suggestion,innuendo,slander, indignity, insult, smear, affront, libel, inkling
No antonyms found.
Her subtle insinuations hinted at a hidden agenda.
The insinuation that he was involved in the scandal was baseless.
The politician dismissed the insinuations as mere gossip.
The detectives found no evidence to support their insinuations of wrongdoing.
