Level800
verb (動詞)
allude
ほのめかす、暗に言及する
💡 Usage & Nuance:
TOEICでは、直接的ではなく、遠回しに何かについて「言及する」という文脈で使われることがあります。特にPart 7のEメールやメモで、前回の会話や以前の決定について軽く触れる際など。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
hint
imply
refer (indirectly)
📝 Business Examples
During the negotiation, the CEO subtly alluded to the possibility of a merger.
交渉中、CEOは合併の可能性をそれとなくほのめかした。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "allude"
The speaker chose not to directly address the controversial topic but instead _______ to it briefly.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 直接触れずに、議論の余地のある話題に「ほのめかす」が適切です。
English: The sentence implies an indirect reference to a sensitive topic.
English: The sentence implies an indirect reference to a sensitive topic.
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