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allusive

adjective

/əˈluːsɪv/

Meaning

Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.

The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature.

suggestive, indirect, symbolic, figurative, evocative

direct, explicit, literal

allusive remarks, allusive style, highly allusive, allusive language

Rough or stern in manner, speech, or voice.

Formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

situated or lying across something

Not causing pain; involving little effort or stress.

Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.

Relating to the amount of energy contained in food or fuel.