connotation
To suggest or imply beyond the literal meaning of words is to use connotation or subtlety in communication. This can involve inferring emotions, intentions, or implications that go beyond the surface level of language.
"Highway bound" refers to being on the way to a highway or headed in the direction of a highway. It can also imply that someone is about to embark on a journey that involves traveling on a major road.
The phrase "border a glare of truth" could suggest the boundary where truth becomes known, revealing itself without ambiguity or distortion. It may imply a moment or area where truth shines through clearly and unmistakably.
The phrase "Britain is no longer an island" could imply a shift in perception or policies that integrate Britain more closely with mainland Europe or the global community. It may suggest a move towards greater interconnectedness and cooperation, both physically and economically, with other countries.
Words such as "sandy beaches," "palm trees," and "clear blue waters" imply that the story takes place in a tropical or beach setting. These descriptions suggest a location that is near the ocean or a body of water, with warm weather and a relaxed atmosphere.
Rapid sex typically refers to engaging in sexual activity quickly or without much preparation or foreplay. This term can vary in meaning and may also imply a focus on efficiency or the speed of the sexual encounter.
The literal meaning of "how dark the night" is referring to the physical darkness of the night, signaling that it is very dark without much light. Figuratively, it can imply a sense of despair, sadness, or difficulty that someone might be going through.
The verb to imply: to suggest or indicate without direct statement.
The stress is always on the second syllable of "imply". It means to suggest without stating directly. Sometimes people confuse "imply" and "infer", which means "deduce" and also has its second syllable stressed. When one person implies something by an indirect statement, someone who understands what was implied infers that meaning.
Suggest.
to hint at; suggest; to indicate indirectly
imply, evoke
to add to an information
"Purport" means "to signify" or "to imply"
To refer to something indirectly or by suggestion; to have reference to a subject not specifically and plainly mentioned; -- followed by to; as, the story alludes to a recent transaction., To compare allusively; to refer (something) as applicable.
I was trying to imply to her that I liked her, but it didn't work.
Two words that mean "to give a hint about something" are imply or intimate.Imply: strongly suggest the truth or existence ofIntimate: Imply or make known
The adjective form of the verb suggest is suggested, used for terms such as 'suggested reading' or 'suggested alternatives'.There is also a related adjective, suggestive, which means tending to suggest or imply.