Definitions

clue

[kloo] / klu /

NOUN

hint, evidence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cue indication inkling key pointer proof solution suggestion tip trace

STRONG

intimation lead mark notion print sign suspicion telltale tip-off track wind

WEAK

dead giveaway hot lead

Antonyms

STRONGEST

question

VERB

give information

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clue in

STRONG

acquaint advise apprise hint indicate inform intimate notify post suggest tell warn

WEAK

fill in give the lowdown give the skinny on lead to leave evidence leave trace leave tracks point to wise up

Antonyms

STRONG

conceal deceive hide mislead withhold

WEAK

keep secret

Example Sentences

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Here are five charts that might offer some clues about where the market is heading next.

From MarketWatch

Additional clues indicate that completed or partially shaped moai were moved away from the quarry along several different paths.

From Science Daily

Small in size with a coal-gray cover, the album gave few clues about its provenance.

From BBC

The CMEs produce a unique radio message that has important clues to the nature of these storms.

From Space Scoop

Investors will be watching for clues about consumer demand in Asia’s financial hub.

From The Wall Street Journal