Difference between Intimate and Insinuate

What is the difference between Intimate and Insinuate?

Intimate as a verb is to suggest or disclose discreetly. while Insinuate as a verb is to make a way for or introduce something by subtle, crafty or artful means.

Intimate

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Closely acquainted; familiar. Of or involved in a sexual relationship. Personal, private.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A very close friend. (in plural intimates) Women's underwear, sleepwear, or lingerie, especially offered for sale in a store.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To suggest or disclose discreetly.

Example sentence: Be polite to all, but intimate with few.

Insinuate

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make a way for or introduce something by subtle, crafty or artful means.To creep, wind, or flow into.To enter gently, slowly, or imperceptibly, as into crevices.To ingratiate oneself; to obtain access or favor by flattery or cunning.To hint at (something); to suggest or express an idea indirectly.

We hope you now know whether to use Intimate or Insinuate in your sentence.

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