English Word · Intermediate
intimate
to suggest or imply something indirectly
Pronunciation: ĭn'tĭmāt
Meaning
To hint at or imply something indirectly.
Example
He intimated that we should leave before the argument escalated.
He intimated that we should leave before the argument escalated.
Practice tips
- Practice intimate out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.