"hint" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

An indirect suggestion (synset 107178639)
"not a breath of scandal ever touched her"

is a type of: proffer, proposition, suggestion - a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection

same as: breath, intimation
A slight indication (synset 106815643)
is a type of: indicant, indication - something that serves to indicate or suggest

same as: clue
A slight but appreciable amount (synset 113796315)
"this dish could use a touch of garlic"

is a type of: small indefinite amount, small indefinite quantity - an indefinite quantity that is below average size or magnitude

subtypes: snuff - a pinch of smokeless tobacco inhaled at a single time

same as: jot, mite, pinch, soupcon, speck, tinge, touch
A just detectable amount (synset 113795501)
"he speaks French with a trace of an accent"; "a hint mockery in her manner"; "a tint of glamour"

is a type of: small indefinite amount, small indefinite quantity - an indefinite quantity that is below average size or magnitude

subtypes: spark - a small but noticeable trace of some quality that might become stronger

same as: suggestion, tint, trace
An indication of potential opportunity (synset 106664322)
"he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job"

is a type of: counsel, counseling, counselling, direction, guidance - something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action

same as: confidential information, lead, steer, tip, wind

Verb