noun
- indirect or subtle hints, especially ones that suggest something unpleasant
Usage: plural form of insinuation
Examples
- Her insinuations about his honesty made everyone uncomfortable.
- The article was full of insinuations but provided no concrete evidence.
- I don’t appreciate your insinuations that I’m not qualified for this job.
- His insinuations about the company’s finances worried the investors.
- She made several insinuations about their relationship during the interview.
- The politician denied all insinuations of corruption.
- Their insinuations were subtle but clearly meant to damage his reputation.