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clue in vs hint

hint vs clue in

clue in is not a noun while hint is a noun.

clue in and hint both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clue in No No Yes No
hint Yes No Yes No
As verbs, hint is a hypernym of clue in; that is, hint is a word with a broader meaning than clue in:
  • clue in: provide someone with a clue
  • hint: drop a hint; intimate by a hint
Other hypernyms of clue in include suggest.
clue in (noun) hint (noun)
an indirect suggestion
a slight indication
an indication of potential opportunity
a slight but appreciable amount
a just detectable amount
clue in (verb) hint (verb)
provide someone with a clue drop a hint; intimate by a hint
Difference between clue in and hint

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