Alluding — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ə-ˈlüd/ al·lude

Meaning & Definition of Alluding

Alluding (verb)

  1. to make indirect reference; broadly, refer
  2. to speak of or mention (something or someone) in an indirect way

Alluding (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in referring, allusive

    similar: allusive, referring, denotative, denoting, indicative, reflective, significant, signifying, telltale, characteristic, symptomatic, demonstrative, exhibiting, expressive, symbolic, connoting, hinting, implying, insinuating, suggestive

Alluding (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to convey an idea indirectly

    "Mrs. Simons alluded to some health problems, without being specific"

    similar: hinting, implying, indicating, inferring, insinuating, intimating, suggesting
    related: adverting, mentioning, pointing, referring, signaling, signalizing, signifying, smacking (of), smelling (of)
    near: announcing, declaring, proclaiming, elucidating, explaining, spelling out, delineating, describing

Related Entry: Allude (verb)

Allude is a different word from Alluding. The synonyms below are for allude, not for alluding.

  1. to convey an idea indirectly

    "Mrs. Simons alluded to some health problems, without being specific"

    similar: hint, imply, indicate, infer, insinuate, intimate, suggest
    related: advert, mention, point, refer, signal, signalize, signify, smack (of), smell (of)
    near: announce, declare, proclaim, elucidate, explain, spell out, delineate, describe

Related Entry: Alluding (to) (verb)

Alluding (to) is a different word from Alluding. The synonyms below are for alluding (to), not for alluding.

  1. as in referring (to), citing

    similar: citing, mentioning, naming, referring (to), bringing up, broaching, introducing, mooting, placing, raising, offering, proposing, suggesting, airing, expressing, speaking (of), talking (about), ventilating, venting, interjecting, interrupting, debating, discussing, thrashing (out or over)
    opposite: censoring, hushing (up), quieting, silencing, suppressing

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Alluding

The most common words with a similar meaning to Alluding:

allusive, referring, denotative, denoting, indicative, reflective, significant, signifying, telltale, characteristic, symptomatic, demonstrative, exhibiting, expressive, symbolic, connoting, hinting, implying, insinuating, suggestive, indicating, inferring, intimating, suggesting

Related Words for Alluding

adverting, mentioning, pointing, signaling, signalizing, smacking (of), smelling (of)

Near Antonyms of Alluding

announcing, declaring, proclaiming, elucidating, explaining, spelling out, delineating, describing

Word Forms of Alluding

Inflections: alluded, alluded to, alluding to, alludes to

Origin & Etymology of Alluding

borrowed from Latin allūdere "to play or romp beside, make a playful or mocking allusion to," from ad- ad- + lūdere "to play" ludicrous

First known use: circa 1531

Frequently Asked Questions about Alluding

What does "Alluding" mean?

"Alluding" means to make indirect reference; broadly, refer. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to make indirect reference; broadly, refer. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Alluding"?

Other words for "Alluding" include allusive, referring, denotative, denoting, indicative, reflective, significant and signifying. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Alluding" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Alluding"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Alluding". Common alternatives include allusive, referring, denotative, denoting, indicative, reflective, significant, signifying, telltale and characteristic.

How do you use "Alluding" in a sentence?

Examples of "Alluding" in a sentence: "Mrs. Simons alluded to some health problems, without being specific".

Is "Alluding" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Alluding" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Alluding"?

"Alluding" is pronounced /ə-ˈlüd/ and divided into syllables as al·lude.

What is the origin of the word "Alluding"?

"Alluding" comes from borrowed from Latin allūdere "to play or romp beside, make a playful or mocking allusion to," from ad- ad- + lūdere "to play" ludicrous. First known use: circa 1531.

What is another word for "Alluding" meaning "as in referring, allusive"?

When "Alluding" (adjective) means as in referring, allusive, synonyms include allusive, referring, denotative, denoting, indicative and reflective.