Intimation
Intimation noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).
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Synonyms for Intimation
Intent and intimation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Intent" instead a noun "Intimation".
Intent
Intent noun - The idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action.
Usage example: the wording was a little unclear, but I think I grasped the intent
Intimation and intent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Intimation" instead a noun "Intent".
How words are described
| sheer | sheer intimation | sheer intent |
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