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(al-lu-sion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a reference to something not directly mentioned.

Example Sentence

The president made no allusion to the war in his speech.

More Example Sentences

She made an allusion to history during class.

Synonyms

reference; hint; suggestion

Antonyms

direct referral

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

allusion
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • fusion

  • allusion
  • collusion
  • conclusion
  • confusion
  • contusion
  • delusion
  • diffusion
  • exclusion
  • extrusion
  • illusion
  • inclusion
  • infusion
  • intrusion
  • occlusion
  • preclusion
  • profusion
  • seclusion
  • transfusion

  • disillusion
  • rediffusion
  • reperfusion
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