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intimate
01
(of people) having a very close relationship
Example
They shared an intimate moment under the stars, revealing their deepest thoughts.
She cherished the intimate bond she shared with her best friend, knowing she could confide in them about anything.
They shared an intimate hug, expressing their love and affection for each other.
02
having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere
03
concerning things deeply private and personal
04
having a deep, personal connection
Example
After years of working together, they developed an intimate friendship.
They shared an intimate bond, understanding each other without words.
Their intimate relationship allowed them to confide in each other.
05
knowing someone or something very well through close study or personal experience
Example
She was intimate with the details of the case after years of research.
He spoke with intimate knowledge about the workings of the old car.
As a historian, she was intimate with the events leading up to the war.
06
innermost or essential
07
used euphemistically to refer to the genitals
08
involved in a sexual relationship
to intimate
01
to convey or announce something
Transitive: to intimate a piece news
Example
The spokesperson intimated the company's decision to launch a new product during the press conference.
The manager intimated the upcoming changes in the workplace policies to the employees.
She intimated her engagement to her friends by showing them the ring.
02
to indirectly state something
Transitive: to intimate an attitude or idea | to intimate that
Example
When she mentioned the upcoming meeting, he intimated that changes in the project plan were a possibility.
He subtly intimated his disapproval of the plan during the meeting.
The speaker intimated his intentions for the future without explicitly stating them.
Intimate
01
someone to whom private matters are confided
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Adjective
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