Allusive

/əˈluːsɪv/ adjective

Definition

Containing or characterized by allusions; characterized by indirect reference rather than direct statement.

Etymology

From Latin 'allusiv-' (relating to playing toward), with the English '-ive' suffix denoting an adjective. The suffix '-ive' indicates a quality or tendency.

Kelly Says

An 'allusive style' is the mark of sophisticated writing—it rewards careful readers and lets writers say things without saying them outright, which is why poetry is so often allusive and why some people find it frustrating!

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