insinuate synonyms

insinuate

v.

  1. To make an indirect hint

    imply, suggest, intimate; see hint, mention, propose 1, refer 2.

  2. To introduce slowly or artfully

    infuse, instill, ingratiate, slip in, sneak in, worm in, work in, edge in, ease in, insert gradually, infiltrate, inject, maneuver, foist oneself, horn in*, muscle in*; see also instill.

    Antonyms push*, dash*, crowd. See syn. study at suggest.suggest.

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