innuendo
noun/ˌɪnjuˈɛndoʊ/
Frequency rank: #14,343 most common English word
Meaning
An indirect or subtle hint, especially one that implies something negative or improper.
Example sentence
Her comment about his 'long hours at work' felt like sexual innuendo that made everyone uncomfortable.
Synonyms & related words
- insinuation
- implication
- suggestion
- hint
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