How Do You Spell ALLUSIVE?

Pronunciation: [ɐlˈuːsɪv] (IPA)

The word "allusive" is spelled with the letter "l" in the middle despite the sound of "l" not being pronounced. This can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription as [əˈluːsɪv]. The "l" sound is represented by the IPA symbol [l], but the sound is not actually pronounced when saying the word. Instead, the vowel sound represented by [uː] and the "s" sound represented by [s] are pronounced together to create the word's sound. It's important to pay attention to the spelling of this word to avoid confusion with the similar sounding word "elusive".

ALLUSIVE Meaning and Definition

1. The term "allusive" is an adjective used to describe something that makes indirect or subtle references to something else. It pertains to the act of alluding, which is the act of referencing or suggesting something without explicitly mentioning it. When something is described as allusive, it means that it contains allusions, which are hints, insinuations, or indirect references to another person, event, place, or thing.

   When examining a piece of literature, film, or artwork, the term "allusive" characterizes the incorporation of allusions within the work. These allusions can be drawn from various sources such as other literary texts, historical events, mythology, folklore, or popular culture. Allusions add layers of meaning and depth to a piece of work, requiring the reader or viewer to possess a certain level of cultural or literary knowledge to fully appreciate or understand them.

   Furthermore, the adjective "allusive" can also be used to describe a person's speech or writing style. If an individual frequently utilizes indirect references, metaphors, or symbolic language to convey meaning, they can be referred to as having an allusive style. This style often serves to evoke emotions, create intrigue, or emphasize certain ideas by relying on the reader or listener's ability to decipher the hidden or implied meanings. Thus, "allusive" denotes a technique or quality that employs indirect references to evoke deeper meaning or enrich the understanding of a particular subject.

2. Having reference to something but vaguely noticed before.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for ALLUSIVE *

• alusive 100%

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Other Common Misspellings for ALLUSIVE

• abousive
• ellusive
• elclusive
• eclusive
• inlusive
• ilusive
• allive
• abbusive
• apusive
• alosive
• alluusive
• allusiive
• assusive
• allumish
• allusivnes
• dullusive

Etymology of ALLUSIVE

The word "allusive" is derived from the word "allude", which comes from the Latin word "alludere". "Alludere" is a combination of "ad" meaning "to" or "toward", and "ludere" meaning "to play". Therefore, "allude" originally meant "to play toward" or "to make an indirect reference". Over time, the adjective "allusive" was formed from "allude" to describe something that contains or makes an indirect reference.

Similar spelling words for ALLUSIVE

• elsevier,
• IELSF,
• Eliasaph,
• yelizovo,
• AYLSF,
• ILLIACIV,
• ALOSF,
• ELSEF,
• Illesive,
• elsif,
• ALUSAF,
• Alhasef,
• al-Asifa,
• ELSV,
• ELAZF,
• ILASFAA,
• ALASFAA,
• ALSFII,
• illusive,
• alAsifa,
• ALSVA,
• ISLSF,
• ELLZF,
• elusive,
• ilyasova,
• ALSF-1,
• ilyasov,
• AHLSF,
• yeliseyev,
• ALSV-A.