alluded

[əˈluːdɪd]

alluded Definition

suggested or hinted at something without directly mentioning it.

Using alluded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "alluded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The speaker alluded to the scandal but did not mention it by name.

  • Example

    She alluded to her unhappy childhood during the interview.

  • Example

    The writer often alludes to mythology in her novels.

alluded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for alluded

Phrases with alluded

  • to suggest or indirectly refer to something

    Example

    The professor alluded to a possible exam next week.

  • allude to someone's past

    to mention or hint at someone's previous experiences or history

    Example

    He alluded to her troubled past during their conversation.

  • to suggest or imply something without directly stating it

    Example

    The politician alluded to his opponent's scandals without mentioning them by name.

Origins of alluded

from Latin 'alludere', meaning 'to play with, to jest'

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Summary: alluded in Brief

'Alluded' [əˈluːdɪd] is a verb that means to suggest or hint at something without directly mentioning it. It is often used in formal contexts, such as academic writing or public speaking, and can be synonymous with 'implied' or 'suggested.' Phrases like 'allude to something' and 'allude to someone's past' are common, and the term is often used to describe indirect references to events or ideas.