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Synonyms & Antonyms of allusion
- The lyrics contain biblical allusions.
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for allusion
- clue,
- cue,
- hint,
- indication,
- inkling,
- intimation,
- lead,
- suggestion
Antonyms & Near Antonyms for allusion
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“Allusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allusion. Accessed 25 Jun. 2022.
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The first known use of allusion was in 1542
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