innuendo

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of INNUENDO

a slyly or subtly derogatory remark <repeatedly made innuendos regarding his opponent's business dealings but feigned innocence when called upon to substantiate them>

Synonyms imputation, insinuation

Related Words aspersion, libel, slander, smear; affront, dig, epithet, indignity, insult, slight, slur; hint, inkling, intimation, suggestion

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