Pronunciation: /ˈɪn.tə.mət/
noun a close or personal friend
A1 I have an intimate friend who knows all my secrets.
A2 She shared an intimate moment with her partner under the stars.
B1 The therapist encouraged the couple to work on building a more intimate relationship.
B2 The artist's paintings often depict intimate scenes of everyday life.
C1 The novel delves into the intimate thoughts and emotions of its characters.
C2 The documentary provides an intimate look into the life of the famous musician.
verb to suggest or hint at something indirectly
A1 They like to hold hands and intimate in public.
A2 She intimated her feelings for him through a heartfelt letter.
B1 The couple enjoys intimate conversations over dinner.
B2 As they danced, he whispered intimate secrets in her ear.
C1 The artist's work intimately explores themes of identity and belonging.
C2 The novel offers an intimate look into the protagonist's innermost thoughts and emotions.
adjective closely acquainted; familiar; private or personal; involving very close connection; detailed and thorough
A1 They have an intimate relationship.
A2 The couple shared an intimate moment by the fireplace.
B1 The small cafe had an intimate atmosphere.
B2 The artist's paintings revealed an intimate understanding of human emotion.
C1 The novel provided an intimate portrayal of the character's inner thoughts.
C2 The documentary offered an intimate look into the lives of the indigenous tribe.
adverb in a very close and familiar manner
A1 She spoke intimately to her best friend about her feelings.
A2 They sat intimately close to each other on the park bench.
B1 The couple shared an intimate moment under the stars.
B2 The singer sang intimately to the audience, creating a special connection.
C1 The artist's paintings reveal an intimate understanding of human emotions.
C2 The author's writing style is intimate and personal, drawing readers in completely.
formal The couple shared an intimate moment during their anniversary dinner.
informal We had an intimate gathering with close friends last night.
slang They're getting pretty intimate, if you know what I mean.
figurative The artist's use of color and texture creates an intimate connection with the viewer.
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