transcription, транскрипция: [ in-ˈsin-yə-ˌwāt, -yü-ˌāt ]
verb
( -at·ed ; -at·ing )
Etymology: Latin insinuatus, past participle of insinuare, from in- + sinuare to bend, curve, from sinus curve
Date: 1529
transitive verb
1.
a. : to introduce (as an idea) gradually or in a subtle, indirect, or covert way
insinuate doubts into a trusting mind
b. : to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
I resent what you're insinuating
2. : to introduce (as oneself) by stealthy, smooth, or artful means
intransitive verb
1. archaic : to enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly : creep
2. archaic : to ingratiate oneself
Synonyms: see introduce , suggest
• in·sin·u·a·tive -ˌwā-tiv, -ˌā-tiv adjective
• in·sin·u·a·tor -ˌwā-tər, -ˌā-tər noun