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Innuendo

Definition:

Innuendo refers to an indirect or subtle remark or insinuation, typically suggestive or disparaging in nature. It involves implying something negative or provocative about a person or a situation without explicitly stating it.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Sense 1: Noun

Definition: An indirect or veiled remark or insinuation, usually suggesting something negative.

Example: His innuendoes about her personal life caused quite a stir among the gossiping crowd.

Sense 2: Verb

Definition: To make an indirect suggestion or remark, often with a negative or suggestive connotation.

Example: The politician skillfully innuendoed that his opponent was involved in illegal activities without directly accusing him.

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