allusive

adjective
UK: /əˈluːsɪv/
US: /əˈluːsɪv/

  1. Containing or characterized by allusions; indirectly hinting at something.

    1. The poem is very allusive and hard to understand at first. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her writing style is incredibly allusive, making it a favorite among literary critics for its depth. [ ] [ ]

  2. Using suggestion rather than explicit mention.

    1. The movie made allusive references to classic films. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artist's allusive style invites viewers to find their own interpretations of the artwork. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

suggestive referential indirect evocative

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "allusive" in English means: Containing or characterized by allusions; indirectly hinting at something., Using suggestion rather than explicit mention..

The phonetic transcription of "allusive" is /əˈluːsɪv/ in British English and /əˈluːsɪv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "allusive": suggestive, referential, indirect, evocative.

Example usage of "allusive": "The poem is very allusive and hard to understand at first.". More examples on the page.