insinuate

One entry found for insinuate.

Main Entry: in·sin·u·ate
Pronunciation: in-'sin-y&-"wAt, -yü-"At
Function: verb
Inflected Form(s): -at·ed; -at·ing
Etymology: Latin insinuatus, past participle of insinuare, from in- + sinuare to bend, curve, from sinus curve
transitive verb
1 a : to introduce (as an idea) gradually or in a subtle, indirect, or covert way <insinuate doubts into a trusting mind> b : to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : IMPLY <I resent what you're insinuating>
2 : to introduce (as oneself) by stealthy, smooth, or artful means
intransitive verb
1 archaic : to enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly : CREEP
2 archaic : to ingratiate oneself
synonym see INTRODUCE, SUGGEST
- in·sin·u·a·tive /-"wA-tiv, -"A-tiv/ adjective
- in·sin·u·a·tor /-"wA-t&r, -"A-t&r/ noun