Definition: To imply but stop short of saying explicitly.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look!
Today we're tackling the word “suggests,” and it’s a tricky one, I know. That dictionary definition – "to imply but stop short of saying explicitly" – is key to understanding its meaning. Let’s break that down piece by piece.
Think of it like this: imagine you're telling a friend about a fantastic movie. You
suggest
you loved it, you say things like “It had such an amazing twist!” or "The acting was superb!" But you don’t go straight out and declare, "THIS IS THE BEST MOVIE EVER MADE!"
You're
implying
that you enjoyed it – hinting at your feelings – but you aren’t stating them outright. You're leaving a little room for them to draw their own conclusions.
“Suggests” means to hint at something, to give an idea without being completely direct.
It’s like dropping a clue, not shouting the answer!
Let's try another example: "The weather
suggests
rain." It doesn’t say “it is raining!” but it implies that there's a good chance of precipitation.
Do you have any questions about how ‘suggests’ works? Raise your hand if you’re feeling a little unsure – we all learn at our own pace!