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insinuation
insinuation
/ˌɪnˌsɪnjuːˈeɪʃən/
noun
(
)
An indirect (and usually malicious) implication
(
innuendo
,
insinuation
)
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
Her insinuation about Mark's motives caused a rift in the group.
Her insinuation about Mark's motives caused a rift in the group.
The act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
(
ingratiation
,
insinuation
)
the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
She refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor
she refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor
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