Definition of Allusive

implying, hinting or indirectly suggesting something

Examples of Allusive in a sentence

The man was very allusive when he dropped hints about the gifts he bought for his wife’s birthday.  🔊

The celebrity would not tell who she was dating, but her descriptions of him were incredibly allusive.  🔊

The author’s suggested that readers read the first book in the series before the sequel, as it proved to be allusive to the original.  🔊

The interviewer was allusive when questioning the actor about his recent arrest.  🔊

It was hard for the director to not be allusive when mentioning that she had cast the middle school play.  🔊

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