Allude

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verb

Definition

To suggest or call attention to indirectly; to hint at

Examples

“The author alluded to Shakespeare throughout the novel.”
“She alluded to difficulties in her past without elaborating.”

Synonyms

referintimatesuggestimply

Antonyms

statedeclarespecifyexplicate

Categories

CommunicationIndirect

GRE Tip

Allude is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "refer" or "intimate" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "state".

Related GRE Words

admonish

To warn or reprimand someone firmly

verbose

Using or expressed in more words than are needed

articulate

Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently

eloquent

Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing

terse

Sparing in the use of words; abrupt

succinct

Briefly and clearly expressed

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