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insinuatingly


Meanings
  • adverb

    expressing or implying something, typically something unpleasant or embarrassing, in a subtle or indirect way


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insinuating , insinuatingly
Etymology
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from insinuate + -ly


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  1. The word 'insinuate' comes from the Latin word 'insinuare', which means 'to creep in or crawl in'.

  2. The word 'insinuatingly' was first used in English in the late 15th century.


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  1. suggestion: Insinatingly is related to the concept of suggestion, as both words involve expressing an idea or implication indirectly.

  2. manipulation: Insinatingly is also related to the concept of manipulation, as it often involves trying to influence someone's thoughts or actions in a subtle or indirect way.


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In literature, insinuatingly is often used to describe the way characters speak or behave, particularly when they are trying to manipulate or deceive others. For example, in Shakespeare's Othello, Iago insinuates doubts about Desdemona's fidelity to Othello in order to provoke jealousy and suspicion.

How to Memorize "insinuatingly"

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    - Visualize the word 'insinuate' and imagine the 'ly' ending as an indicator of the adverb form. For example, you might imagine the word 'insinuate' written on a chalkboard, with an 'l' and a 'y' added to the end to form 'insinuatingly'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'insinuatingly' with the idea of subtle manipulation or deception. For example, you might think of a character from a novel who uses insinuating language to influence another character's thoughts or actions.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic device by remembering the phrase 'insinuatingly implies indirectly'. This can help you remember the meaning and spelling of the word.


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