Meaning
allusion, hint
- indirect reference to something
- hint with an implied meaning
In a sentence
La sua allusione al passato mi ha sorpreso.
His allusion to the past surprised me.
Hai capito l'allusione nel suo messaggio?
Did you understand the hint in his message?
Non era un'allusione offensiva, solo una battuta.
It wasn't an offensive allusion, just a joke.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| allusione | feminine · singular |
| allusioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used with a: fare un'allusione a qualcosa.
- More indirect than riferimento; it suggests something without saying it openly.
- Common in formal and journalistic language.