Hinted: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when giving an indirect or subtle suggestion. It often implies a gentle nudge towards a conclusion, without being direct.

• She hinted that she might be moving to a new city soon

Commonly used in everyday language to propose an idea or indicate something indirectly. It is the most neutral and direct among the listed words.

• I suggest we take a break and revisit the discussion later

Often used when suggesting something without saying it outright. It can be neutral but sometimes carries a lighter shade of doubt or expectation.

• His tone implied that he was not happy with the arrangement

Employed when referencing something indirectly, usually something that is well-known or understood by the audience. Often used in literature and speeches.

• The speech alluded to the famous 'I Have a Dream' address by Martin Luther King Jr

Usually has a negative connotation, implying something sly or underhand. Used when suggesting something bad or unpleasant in an indirect way.

• She insinuated that he might be hiding something from the team