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hint vs convey

convey vs hint

hint is a noun but convey is not a noun.

hint and convey both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hint Yes No Yes No
convey No No Yes No
As verbs, convey is a hypernym of hint; that is, convey is a word with a broader meaning than hint:
  • hint: drop a hint; intimate by a hint
  • convey: (of information) make known; pass on
hint (noun) convey (noun)
an indirect suggestion
a slight indication
an indication of potential opportunity
a slight but appreciable amount
a just detectable amount
hint (verb) convey (verb)
drop a hint; intimate by a hint (of information) make known; pass on
serve as a means for expressing something
go or come after and bring or take back
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
transmit or serve as the medium for transmission
transmit a title or property
transfer to another
Difference between hint and convey

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