allusive — containing indirect references; hinting at something without explicitly stating it
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: containing indirect references; hinting at something without explicitly stating it
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈluːsɪv/
Korean meaning: 암시하는, 은유적인, 간접적으로 언급하는
Korean pronunciation: 어**루**시브
Example Sentences
- The professor's allusive comments about 'certain students' made the late-comers squirm in their seats.
- Her allusive writing style requires readers to read between the lines.
- The comedian's allusive jokes about politics went over most people's heads.
allusive
ADJECTIVE//əˈluːsɪv//
containing indirect references; hinting at something without explicitly stating it
Her allusive remark about 'a certain garden' made everyone glance at Mary.
Allusive clues make the elusive truth conclusive!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'alludere'에서 유래. '놀다, 장난치다'는 의미에서 '빗대어 말하다'로 발전했습니다. 마치 숨바꼭질처럼 의미를 숨기고 찾는 언어의 놀이에서 나온 단어입니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The professor's allusive comments about 'certain students' made the late-comers squirm in their seats.”
“Her allusive writing style requires readers to read between the lines.”
“The comedian's allusive jokes about politics went over most people's heads.”
“Shakespeare's plays are highly allusive, referencing classical mythology and contemporary events.”
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