Question 246
HardOriginal questionChoose the word closest in meaning to the word in capitals.
The minister's speech was full of INNUENDO about his rival.
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CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Innuendo is an indirect remark that hints at something bad. Insinuation means the same.
Worth noting
Evidence is the opposite of a hint: it proves rather than suggests. Innovation only looks alike.
- Concept
- A word of the same meaning as "innuendo"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
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