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“allusive” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/aluˈsiβo/

Example

Esa frase parece alusiva.

That phrase seems allusive.

Illustration for alusivo (allusive)

How to say “allusive” in Spanish

“Allusive” in Spanish is alusivo.

A subtle indirect reference.

Full entry for alusivo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with alusivo

Un gesto alusivo hizo que todos se callaran.

An allusive gesture made everyone fall silent.

Tips for using alusivo

  • Commonly used with the preposition a to indicate who or what is being hinted at, as in 'alusivo a esa persona'.

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