word
Insinuation
Ih-nsih-nyoo-AY-shuhn
/ˌɪˌnsɪnjuːˈeɪʃʌn/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
insinuation
Dictionary meaning
The act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments.
Examples
- They refused to use insinuation in order to gain favor.
Synonyms: ingratiation
People also look up
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Insinuation” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction