Definitions
v. to refer to something without mentioning it directly
间接提及；暗指
Example
He alluded to a surprise but gave no details.
他暗示会有个惊喜，但没有透露细节。
The report alludes to funding difficulties without explaining how they might affect the proposed transport improvements.
报告间接提及资金困难，却没有解释这些困难可能如何影响拟议的交通改善项目。
Collocations
- allude to a problem
- allude to the past
Word family
- allusion (n.)
- allusive (adj.)
Synonyms
- hint
Usage tip
固定用allude to，不直接接宾语；勿混elude。
FAQ
- What does allude mean?
- to refer to something without mentioning it directly
- How is allude pronounced?
- UK /əˈluːd/, US /əˈluːd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
