Definition of Innuendo

a statement that implies that someone has done something immoral, improper, or illegal

Examples of Innuendo in a sentence

Although the dialogue in the book is not sexually explicit, the writer makes great use of innuendo to convey his message.  🔊

The top advertisers frequently use a form of innuendo to sell their products.  🔊

Instead of being blunt with Henry about his drug problem, I tried using an innuendo to catch his attention.  🔊

Jason used an innuendo to spread negative rumors about his ex-wife.  🔊

After reviewing the debate, I realize the politician had used an innuendo to disgrace his opponent.  🔊

How dare Jack make an innuendo about my sex life in front of the church congregation!  🔊

After I heard my mother-in-law made an innuendo about me, I banned her from my home.  🔊

The company president refused to respond to the innuendo about fraud charges.  🔊

If you respond to Kelly’s innuendo, people will consider her false statement true.  🔊

Everyone found it hard to believe the sexual innuendo about the minister and his secretary.  🔊

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