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   insinuation

   /ɪnsɪnjʊˈeɪʃ(ə)n/

   noun

   • 1. an unpleasant hint or suggestion of something bad: "I've done nothing to deserve all your vicious insinuations"

   Word Origin mid 16th century: from Latin insinuatio(n-), from insinuare (see insinuate).

   Scrabble Points: 11

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › insinuationINSINUATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   INSINUATION definition: 1. the action of suggesting, without being direct, that something unpleasant is true: 2. the…. Learn more.

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   How to use insinuation in a sentence. something that is insinuated; especially : a sly, subtle, and usually derogatory utterance; the act or process of insinuating… See the full definition

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › insinuationINSINUATION | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   INSINUATION meaning: 1. the action of suggesting, without being direct, that something unpleasant is true: 2. the…. Learn more.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › insinuationInsinuation - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   insinuation: 1 n an indirect (and usually malicious) implication Synonyms: innuendo Type of: implication an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection n the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments “she refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor” Synonyms: ...

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   Insinuation definition: an indirect or covert suggestion or hint, especially of a derogatory nature. See examples of INSINUATION used in a sentence.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › insinuationINSINUATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 meanings: 1. an indirect or devious hint or suggestion 2. the act or practice of insinuating.... Click for more definitions.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › insinuationInsinuation - definition of insinuation by The Free Dictionary

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   in•sin•u•a•tion. n. 1. an indirect or covert suggestion or hint, esp. of a derogatory nature. 2. the art or power of stealing into the affections and pleasing; ingratiation. 3. an act or instance of insinuating.