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The definition of an insinuation is an indirect hint or a suggestion of something bad.

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An indirect hint that someone is lying is an example of an insinuation.

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See insinuation in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the act of insinuating
something insinuated; specif.,
1. a sly hint or suggestion, esp. against someone
2. action or remark intended to win favor; ingratiation

Origin: L insinuatio

See insinuation in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The act, process, or practice of insinuating.
Something insinuated, especially an artfully indirect, often derogatory suggestion.

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