Meaning & use
innuendo
An indirect or subtle remark, usually suggestive, disparaging, or sexual in nature.
See it in a sentence
The comedian's routine was full of innuendo that flew right over the children's heads.
She resented the innuendo in his comment about her sudden promotion.
A note on using this word
Innuendo works by implying something without stating it directly, which lets the speaker later deny the intended meaning.
Words with a similar meaning
insinuationsuggestion
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