insinuant Definition
tending to insinuate or suggest something in an indirect and unpleasant way.
Using insinuant: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "insinuant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He made an insinuant remark about her appearance.
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The insinuant tone of his voice made me feel uncomfortable.
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She was offended by the insinuant implication that she had cheated on the test.
insinuant Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for insinuant
- implying
- hinting
- intimating
- allusive
- suggestive
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Summary: insinuant in Brief
Insinuant [in-sin-yoo-uhnt] is an adjective that describes something that tends to suggest or imply something in an indirect and unpleasant way. It is often used to describe remarks, tones, or implications that make people feel uncomfortable or offended. Synonyms include 'suggestive,' 'implying,' 'hinting,' 'intimating,' and 'allusive.'
