innuendo

Meaning

An allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one.

An indirect or subtle reference, often suggesting something negative.

Example Sentences

The manager's innuendo was directed towards his competitor.

The article was filled with innuendo about the politician's private life.

Synonyms

implication, suggestion, hint, insinuation

Entry 1

implication, suggestion, hint

Entry 2

hint, implication, suggestion, insinuation

Antonyms

direct statement, clarification, explanation, clarity, openness

Entry 1

direct statement, clarification, explanation

Entry 2

direct statement, clarity, openness

Collocations

sexual innuendo, political innuendo, filled with innuendo, subtle innuendo