Insinuating (Adjective)
Meaning
Calculated to please or gain favor; "a smooth ingratiating manner".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She gave an insinuating smile as she asked for the favor, hoping to win him over with her charm.
- His insinuating tone made it clear that he was trying to flatter the boss into giving him a promotion.
- The insinuating way she asked for money made her sound like she was entitled to it.
- The politician's insinuating speech was designed to make voters feel like he was on their side.
- Her insinuating behavior around her crush was starting to get on her friends' nerves.