Intimation: meaning, definitions and examples

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intimation

 

[ ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

communication

An indication or hint; a suggestion or insinuation.

Synonyms

hint, insinuation, suggestion

Examples of usage

  • She gave me an intimation that she wanted to leave.
  • He subtly dropped an intimation that he was unhappy with the situation.
Context #2 | Noun

law

A formal notification or warning, especially one given in a legal context.

Synonyms

notice, notification, warning

Examples of usage

  • The intimation was sent to the defendant's lawyer.
  • The intimation of legal action caused the company to reconsider their position.

Translations

Translations of the word "intimation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comunicação

🇮🇳 सूचना

🇩🇪 Mitteilung

🇮🇩 pemberitahuan

🇺🇦 повідомлення

🇵🇱 powiadomienie

🇯🇵 通知

🇫🇷 notification

🇪🇸 notificación

🇹🇷 bildirim

🇰🇷 통지

🇸🇦 إخطار

🇨🇿 oznámení

🇸🇰 oznámenie

🇨🇳 通知

🇸🇮 obvestilo

🇮🇸 tilkynning

🇰🇿 хабарлама

🇬🇪 შეტყობინება

🇦🇿 bildiriş

🇲🇽 notificación

Etymology

The word 'intimation' originated from the Latin word 'intimatio', which means a making known. Over time, it evolved to refer to a hint or suggestion in English. The usage of 'intimation' has been prevalent in literature and formal communication, especially in legal contexts, where formal notifications are required.

See also: intimacy, intimated, intimately, intimates, intimating.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,664, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.