불쾌하거나 부정적인 일을 직접 말하지 않고 넌지시 암시하거나 빗대어 말하다.
To suggest or hint at something, usually something unpleasant or derogatory, in an indirect and subtle way.
예문:
"The journalist tried to insinuate that the politician was involved in the scandal without stating it directly."
"Are you trying to insinuate that I am responsible for the missing funds?"
교묘하거나 은밀한 방법으로 다른 사람의 환심을 사거나 특정 지위나 관계 속으로 서서히 파고들다.
To gradually and subtly maneuver oneself into a position of favor, trust, or influence, often through manipulation.
예문:
"He managed to insinuate himself into the inner circle of the CEO within just a few months."
"The spy attempted to insinuate herself into the high-security research facility."
생각이나 감정을 은근히 주입시키거나, 어떤 물체를 좁은 틈 사이로 슬며시 밀어 넣다.
To introduce an idea or feeling gradually and subtly into the mind; or to slide something slowly and smoothly into a position.
예문:
"The teacher skillfully insinuated the love of literature into the students' minds."
"The cat managed to insinuate its paw through the small gap in the door."