Intimate

/ˈɪn.tɪ.mət/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To suggest or hint at something indirectly.

She intimated that she might leave the company soon.

To make something known subtly or indirectly.

He intimated his feelings for her through his actions.

adjective

Close and personal; showing a very warm and familiar relationship.

They shared an intimate dinner at their favorite restaurant.

Involving a high degree of privacy or secrecy.

The artist often wrote intimate letters to his friends.

From Latin 'intimus', meaning 'innermost'.

intimate knowledge

Deep familiarity with a subject.

intimate relationship

A close and personal bond between people.

intimate dinner

A private meal involving close friends or partners.

intimacy

The state of being close or familiar.

intimate friend

A close and trusted friend.

To share secrets or personal information.

We were just intimating over coffee.

Being very close emotionally.

They're really intimate; they know everything about each other.