insinuation

[US]/ɪnsɪnjʊ'eɪʃ(ə)n/
[UK]/ɪnˌsɪnjuˈeʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. Flattering or ingratiating behavior; subtle criticism; indirect or sly approach.

Example Sentences

I deeply resent the insinuation that I’m only interested in the money.

She made a subtle insinuation about his involvement in the scandal.

The insinuation that he was involved in the crime was baseless.

Her insinuation that he was lying caused tension in the room.

He felt offended by the insinuation that he couldn't be trusted.

The insinuation of dishonesty tarnished his reputation.

She made an insinuation that he had cheated on the test.

The insinuation of corruption within the company led to an investigation.

His insinuation that she was involved in the theft was unfounded.

The insinuation that she had betrayed her friends hurt her deeply.

He made a sly insinuation that she was not as competent as she claimed.

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