1. subtle clues or indirect suggestions that help someone understand or discover something
Usage: plural of hint

1. gives subtle clues or makes indirect suggestions about something
Usage: third person singular present tense of hint

Examples

• The teacher gave us several hints about what would be on the test.
• She dropped hints about what she wanted for her birthday.
• The detective found hints that led to solving the case.
• He hints that he might quit his job soon.
• The recipe includes helpful cooking hints for beginners.
• Her smile hints at a secret she’s keeping.
• The book provides hints for improving your memory.
• The weather forecast hints at possible rain tomorrow.