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HINTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Hinting.

Hinting - as a noun

An indirect suggestion

Example: "Not a breath of scandal ever touched her"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breath11intimation12

A slight indication

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clue6

A slight but appreciable amount

Example: "This dish could use a touch of garlic"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jot10mite6pinch12soupcon11speck13tinge6touch10

A just detectable amount

Example: "He speaks french with a trace of an accent"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suggestion12tint4trace7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
small indefinite amountsmall indefinite quantity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An indication of potential opportunity

Example: "He got a tip on the stock market"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
confidential informationlead5steer5tip5wind8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
counsel9counseling13counselling14direction12guidance12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Hinting - as a verb

Drop a hint; intimate by a hint

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suggest9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
convey14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She was hinting at a surprise party for her friend."
"He kept hinting that he wanted to go on a romantic vacation."
"The detective found a letter hinting at the identity of the culprit."
"The teacher was hinting that there might be a pop quiz the next day."
"She was hinting for some help with her homework."
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Word Game Points

Is HINTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hinting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HINTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is HINTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hinting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HINTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is HINTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hinting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HINTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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