allusions

NOUN

indirect reference; hint

Synonyms

STRONGEST

quotation

STRONG

charge citation connotation denotation implication imputation indication inference innuendo insinuation intimation mention remark statement suggestion

WEAK

casual remark figure of speech incidental mention play on words

Antonyms

STRONG

silence

WEAK

reality

Example Sentences

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Allusions to what’s happening around the world at this time suggest that the Frankist cult was an example of the religious anarchy unleashed by the Enlightenment.

From Washington Post • Feb. 1, 2022

Allusions to it gradually proliferated, with its "sinister" title quickly winning it the most lurid, conspiracy-theory reputation.

From Salon • Sep. 13, 2020

Allusions and motifs from older games, famous and obscure, turn up everywhere.

From Slate • Oct. 26, 2017

Allusions to painting are still present, however; it’s just that Ms. Barth’s focus has shifted to still lifes and monochromes.

From New York Times • Feb. 23, 2017

Allusions to Hogarth appear in title, characters, plot, and specific scenes.

From The Harlot's Progress, The Rake's Progress (MS., CA. 1778-1780) by Anonymous