hint
Meaning
To hint is to suggest or indicate something indirectly or subtly, often implying a meaning that is not explicitly stated, thereby requiring the recipient to infer the intended message or information.
💡 While "hint" often conveys a gentle suggestion, it can also imply a degree of manipulation or evasion, particularly in contexts where direct communication is preferred.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
When
Anna
lingered
by
the
window
,
rearranging
the
cushions
and
straightening
magazines
,
the
careful
tidiness
suggested
she
was
preparing
for
an
important
conversation
.
Rather
than
stating
her
worries
directly
,
she
chose
to
hint
about
the
changes
at
work
through
small
remarks
about
schedules
and
priorities
.
Her
partner
listened
attentively
,
interpreting
the
comments
as
invitations
to
discuss
their
future
but
avoiding
the
urge
to
jump
to
conclusions
.
They
made
tea
and
sat
close
,
and
the
quiet
atmosphere
allowed
them
to
articulate
uncertainties
with
greater
tact
.
By
the
end
of
the
evening
they
had
outlined
a
tentative
plan
that
acknowledged
each
other's
needs
while
preserving
mutual
respect
.
Common Phrases
hint at
hint towards
subtle hint
Synonyms
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