Definition of "insinuation" in English

noun

1. The act or process of insinuating; a creeping, winding, or flowing in.

2. The act of gaining favor, affection, or influence, by gentle or artful means; — formerly used in a good sense, as of friendly influence or interposition.

3. The art or power of gaining good will by a prepossessing manner.

4. That which is insinuated; a hint; a suggestion, innuendo or intimation by distant allusion

   • Slander may be conveyed by insinuations.