allusive

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Adjective allusive has 1 sense

allusive - characterized by indirect references; "allusive speech is characterized by allusions"
Antonym: direct (indirect, via indirect)

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Allusive

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition: Making indirect or implied references; suggestive rather than explicit.

Sense 1: relating to or characterized by allusion.

Example: The author's latest novel is highly allusive, filled with references to classic literature.

Sense 2: referring to something in an indirect or hinted way.

Example: Her allusive remark during the conversation left him guessing about her true intentions.

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