inkling — a slight knowledge or suspicion; a hint
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a slight knowledge or suspicion; a hint
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪŋklɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 희미한 지식이나 의심, 짐작; 암시, 낌새
Korean pronunciation: **잉**클링
Example Sentences
- She had an inkling her husband was planning a surprise party when she found glitter in his beard.
- I didn't have the slightest inkling that my quiet neighbor was actually a famous rock star.
- The CEO got his first inkling of trouble when employees started hiding under their desks.
inkling
NOUN//ˈɪŋklɪŋ//
a slight knowledge or suspicion; a hint
Getting a slight suspicion something's wrong
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With tinkling chimes and sprinkling rain, an inkling emerges from the refrain!
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Origin
From Middle English 'inkling,' derived from the verb 'ink' meaning to hint or suggest, combined with the diminutive suffix '-ling.' The root 'ink' itself likely comes from Old English 'inca' meaning doubt or suspicion.
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“She had an inkling her husband was planning a surprise party when she found glitter in his beard.”
“I didn't have the slightest inkling that my quiet neighbor was actually a famous rock star.”
“The CEO got his first inkling of trouble when employees started hiding under their desks.”
“Without any inkling of the storm approaching, they decided to go hiking.”
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