insinuation
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/ɪnˌsɪnjuˈeɪʃn/
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/ɪnˌsɪnjuˈeɪʃn/
An indirect suggestion, often unpleasant, that is hinted at rather than stated clearly.
She was offended by the insinuation that she was not capable of handling the project.
她對暗示她無法處理這個項目感到冒犯。
The act of making an indirect suggestion, often with a negative implication, without stating it directly.
The insinuation that he was dishonest spread quickly among his colleagues.
他不誠實的暗示在他的同事中迅速傳播。