Words Like ALLUSION

We have put together a list of words that are similar to ALLUSION.

3 Alternative Words Similar to allusion

1 Mention Noun      Synonym Words Like Mention
2 Reference Noun      Synonym Words Like Reference
3 Hint Noun      Synonym Words Like Hint

9 definitions of allusion

1 A figurative or symbolical reference.
2 A reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication; indirect reference; a hint.
3 passing reference or indirect mention
4 The act of alluding; indirect reference: Without naming names, the candidate criticized the national leaders by allusion.
5 An instance of indirect reference: an allusion to classical mythology in a poem. See Usage Note at allude.
6 A play upon words; a pun.
7 A symbolical reference or comparison; a metaphor.
8 A passing or casual reference; a slight or incidental mention of something, either directly or by implication; a hint or reference used by way of illustration, suggestion, or insinuation: as, a classical allusion; an allusion to a person's misconduct.
9 An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication.
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