Hearsay and Intimation

Hearsay

Hearsay noun - Information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy.
Usage example: supposedly, he's planning to quit, but that's only hearsay

Intimation and hearsay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Intimation" instead a noun "Hearsay".

Intimation

Intimation noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).
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Synonyms for Intimation

Hearsay and intimation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hearsay" instead a noun "Intimation".

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