💭allusive

adjective
/əˈluːsɪv/

Meaning

Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.

Example Sentences

The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature.

Synonyms

suggestive, indirect, symbolic, figurative, evocative

Antonyms

direct, explicit, literal

Collocations

allusive remarks, allusive style, highly allusive, allusive language

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