clue
US /klu/
Definition
a slight indication
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
The notes on the screen gave us a clue about the problem.
Synonyms
- hintan indirect suggestion
- evidenceyour basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
- tracea just detectable amount
Collocations
- Easy find a hidden puzzle clue easilyto find a hidden puzzle clue easily, meaning to come upon, as if by accident; meet with
- Medium provide a helpful contextual clue to teammatesto supply or make available regarding a helpful contextual clue to teammates
- Hard uncover vital documentary clues in fraud inquiryto uncover vital documentary clues in fraud inquiry, meaning to make visible
- Very Hard blissfully not have a single clue about realitydescribing blissfully not have a single clue about reality (in a blissful manner)
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.