INSINUATES Meaning and
Definition
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Insinuates is a verb that refers to the act of suggesting or subtly implying something indirectly or with hidden meaning. It involves the use of tactful or cunning language or gestures to convey a message or idea without explicitly stating it. When someone insinuates, they usually aim to influence the thoughts, beliefs, or opinions of others without being too straightforward or overt in their communication.
The term often connotes a sense of slyness or manipulation, as insinuations are often made with underlying intentions of persuasion, deception, or provocation. It implies a conscious effort to use innuendo, insinuation, or insidious techniques to plant an idea or concept in someone's mind subtly and discreetly.
Insinuation can take various forms, including veiled remarks, suggestive comments, insinuating questions, or even non-verbal cues such as body language or facial expressions. It is a means of insinuating thoughts or feelings into a person's perception without directly stating them, providing an opportunity for plausible deniability or avoiding confrontation.
Overall, insinuates involves a careful use of language or actions to indirectly communicate an idea or opinion, often with the intention to shape the perceptions of others without being too obvious or direct.
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Etymology of INSINUATES
The word "insinuate" has an etymology that can be traced back to Latin. It is derived from the Latin word "insinuare", which means "to introduce gently" or "to creep in". The Latin word is a combination of "in", meaning "in" or "into", and "sinuare", which means "to place in a bend" or "to curve". Over time, the meaning of "insinuate" evolved in English to signify the act of subtly or indirectly suggesting something, often in a manipulative or crafty manner.
Similar spelling words for INSINUATES
- ingenue,
- inseminate,
- incinerate,
- inguinal,
- ingenuous,
- insincere,
- insinuation,
- insinuatingly,
- ingenuity,
- incienso,
- insinuate,
- ingeminate.
Conjugate verb Insinuates
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