intimation

noun
UK: /ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən/
US: /ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən/

  1. A subtle and indirect way of making something known.

    1. She gave an intimation that she might leave soon.
    2. The report contained intimations of financial irregularities, which launched an investigation.

  2. A slight suggestion or hint.

    1. He gave no intimation of his plan.
    2. There was no intimation in her voice that she was upset about the decision.

  3. A feeling or idea.

    1. I had an intimation of danger ahead.
    2. She experienced an intimation of what the future might hold for her.

Synonyms

hint suggestion indication allusion inkling implication sign clue

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "intimation" in English means: A subtle and indirect way of making something known., A slight suggestion or hint., A feeling or idea..

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

Synonyms for "intimation": hint, suggestion, indication, allusion, inkling, implication, sign, clue.

Example usage of "intimation": "She gave an intimation that she might leave soon.". More examples on the page.