noun
- a slight or indirect indication or suggestion
- a small amount or trace of something
verb
- to suggest something indirectly
Examples
- She gave me a hint about what to buy for his birthday.
- The teacher dropped a hint about what would be on the test.
- There was just a hint of garlic in the sauce.
- The sky showed hints of pink at sunset.
- He hinted that he might be leaving soon.
- She hinted at the truth without saying it directly.
- Can you give me a hint to solve this puzzle?