Hint and Signpost

Hint

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

Signpost and hint are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Signpost" instead the word "Hint" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: hinted, hinting

Signpost

Signpost noun - A post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way.
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Synonyms for Signpost

Hint and signpost are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hint" instead the word "Signpost" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: signposted, signposting
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