insinuation | ||
1. | [ noun ] (law,criminal law) an indirect (and usually malicious) implication | |
Synonyms: | innuendo | |
Related terms: | implication intimate | |
2. | [ noun ] the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments | |
Synonyms: | ingratiation | |
Examples: | "she refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor" |
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Related terms: | blandishment | |
Similar spelling: |
insinuatingly insinuate incineration insemination incantation inguinal ingenuity |