Basic Details
Word: Allusionally
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a manner that makes an allusion; indirectly or by way of reference.
Synonyms: Indirectly, suggestively, implicitly
Antonyms: Directly, explicitly, clearly
Idioms and Phrases
- Speak allusionally: To refer to something without mentioning it directly. Example: "He spoke allusionally about the past, never naming names."
- Allusion-laced speech: A way of speaking that is full of indirect references. Example: "Her poem was an allusion-laced speech on lost love."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The author wrote allusionally about war, hinting at battles without describing them outright.
Example 2: He allusionally criticized the manager, careful not to say anything that could be directly quoted.
Example 3: The film allusionally referenced historical events, leaving the audience to interpret deeper meanings.
Fun Fact
Allusionally is derived from the noun allusion, which comes from the Latin word *alludere*, meaning to play with. It's often used in literature and speech to subtly hint at something without stating it outright.
Famous Quote
"He spoke not plainly, but allusionally, as poets do when truth is too heavy to bear." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "allusionally" mean?
a) Loudly and clearly
b) With strong emotion
c) In a manner that refers indirectly
d) Repetitively and plainly
Answer: c) In a manner that refers indirectly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "allusionally"?
a) Explicitly
b) Indirectly
c) Clearly
d) Loudly
Answer: b) Indirectly
3. Which is an antonym of "allusionally"?
a) Implicitly
b) Suggestively
c) Indirectly
d) Directly
Answer: d) Directly
4. Which sentence uses "allusionally" correctly?
a) She shouted allusionally to call the kids.
b) He allusionally referenced a famous speech in his remarks.
c) They danced allusionally at the party.
d) We cooked the meal allusionally with extra salt.
Answer: b) He allusionally referenced a famous speech in his remarks.
5. What does the idiom speak allusionally mean?
a) Speak in code
b) Speak without making any reference
c) Speak indirectly by hinting
d) Speak louder than others
Answer: c) Speak indirectly by hinting
