Hint Synonyms
65 hint synonyms include clue, inkling, suggestion, indication, indicator, sign, signal, pointer, intimation, and insinuation. Hint is a noun, and its antonyms are explicit and clarification. Here are some additional synonyms for "hint" with example sentences.
Another word for Hint
65 other ways to say hint.
1. clue
- whisper
- suggestion
- signal
- sign
- pointer
- mention
- intimation
- insinuation
- innuendo
- inkling
- indicator
- indication
- clue
- a word to the wise
- allusion
2. trace
- whisper
- whiff
- undertone
- trace
- touch
- tinge
- taste
- tad
- suspicion
- suggestion
- soupçon
- sniff
- smidgen
- scent
- modicum
- dash
- breath
3. tip
4. imply
- whisper
- suggest
- signal
- refer to the fact
- refer to
- mean
- make a reference to the fact
- let it be known
- intimate
- insinuate
- indicate
- imply
- give someone to understand
- give someone to believe
- give an inkling
- give a clue
- get at
- drive at
- allude to the fact
- allude to
Use hint in a Sentence
His smile was a hint of his approval.
She gave a subtle hint about her birthday plans.
The crossword puzzle provided a hint for each clue.