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Meaning of alluded
The primary meaning of the word "alluded" is to refer to something indirectly or briefly.
Etymology of alluded
The word "alluded" originates from the Latin words "ad" (to) and "ludere" (to play), with the verb "alludere" meaning to play with or refer to something indirectly.
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe indirect references or hints.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "alluded" is defined by Oxford Languages as the past tense of the verb "allude", which means to refer to something indirectly or briefly, without explicitly mentioning it.
- * It can also imply a subtle or indirect suggestion, hint, or reference to something.
Usage Examples
- The author alluded to the historical event in her novel, without directly describing it.
- * The speaker alluded to the company's financial difficulties, but did not provide any details.
- * The poem alludes to the myth of the phoenix, using imagery and symbolism to convey its themes.