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intimate
01
(of people) having a very close relationship
Examples
They shared an intimate moment under the stars, revealing their deepest thoughts.
02
creating or marked by a warm and informal atmosphere
Examples
The café had an intimate feel with soft lighting and quiet music.
03
relating to one's most private or personal thoughts, feelings, or matters
Examples
She shared intimate details about her past.
04
having a deep, personal connection
Examples
After years of working together, they developed an intimate friendship.
05
knowing someone or something very well through close study or personal experience
Examples
She was intimate with the details of the case after years of research.
06
relating to or associated with the genitals
EuphemisticExamples
The patient experienced discomfort in the intimate area.
07
involved in or characterized by a sexual relationship
Examples
They became intimate after several months of dating.
to intimate
01
to indirectly state something
Transitive: to intimate an attitude or idea | to intimate that
Examples
When she mentioned the upcoming meeting, he intimated that changes in the project plan were a possibility.
02
to convey or announce something
Transitive: to intimate a piece news
Examples
The spokesperson intimated the company's decision to launch a new product during the press conference.
Intimate
01
a person with whom one shares private thoughts, feelings, or experiences
Examples
She was his closest intimate, trusted with every secret.
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