intimation
/ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən/ · /ˌɪntəˈmeɪʃən/
CEFR level C2Topic ThinkingWord #7045 in the learning path
暗示；间接透露
Definitions
n. An indirect suggestion or indication of something.
暗示；间接透露
Example
His sudden silence gave us an intimation of trouble.
他突然沉默，让我们隐约感到出了问题。
The minister's remarks offered the first intimation that funding for public transport might increase.
部长的讲话首次暗示，公共交通资金可能会增加。
Collocations
- an intimation of trouble
- the first intimation
- give an intimation
Word family
- intimate (v.)
Synonyms
- hint
- indication
- suggestion
Usage tip
别与intimacy（亲密）混淆；常接of或that从句。
FAQ
- What does intimation mean?
- An indirect suggestion or indication of something.
- How is intimation pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən/, US /ˌɪntəˈmeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
