Innuendo

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnjuˈɛndoʊ/

Definitions of innuendo

noun an allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one

Example Sentences

A1 She didn't understand the innuendo in his joke.

A2 The movie was full of innuendo, making it unsuitable for children.

B1 The politician's speech was filled with innuendo, hinting at corruption within the government.

B2 The novel was praised for its clever use of innuendo to create suspense.

C1 The playwright's use of innuendo added depth and complexity to the characters' interactions.

C2 The comedian's innuendo was subtle yet hilarious, leaving the audience in stitches.

Examples of innuendo in a Sentence

formal The politician was accused of using innuendo to discredit his opponent.

informal I don't trust him, he's always making innuendos about other people.

slang She's always dropping innuendos in our conversations, it's getting annoying.

figurative The painting was full of innuendos, leaving the viewer to interpret its meaning.

Grammatical Forms of innuendo

• past tense: innuendoed
• plural: innuendos
• comparative: more innuendo
• superlative: most innuendo
• present tense: innuendoes
• future tense: will innuendo
• perfect tense: have innuendoed
• continuous tense: is innuendoing
• singular: innuendo
• positive degree: innuendo
• infinitive: to innuendo
• gerund: innuendoing
• participle: innuendoed

Origin and Evolution of innuendo

First Known Use: 1675 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'innuendo' comes from the Latin phrase 'innuere' which means 'to nod at' or 'to hint'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in legal contexts to refer to indirect or subtle implications, the word 'innuendo' has evolved to also include any veiled or insinuated remarks with negative connotations in everyday language.