Definition for

suggestion


noun – The act of placing before the mind problematically; also, the idea so produced; the insinuation of an idea by indirect association; hint; intimation; prompting; also, especially, an incitement to an animal, brutal, or diabolical act.

noun – The action of an idea in bringing another idea to mind, either through the force of association or by virtue of the natural connection of the ideas.

noun – Specifically, in hypnotism, the insinuation of a belief or impulse into the mind of the subject by any means, as by words or gestures, usually by emphatic declaration; also, the impulse of trust and submission which leads to the effectiveness of such incitement; also, the idea so suggested.

noun – Indirect or hidden action.

noun – In law, information without oath.

noun – Synonyms Intimation, Insinuation, etc. See hint, transitive verb

noun – The act of suggesting; presentation of an idea.

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