Allusiveness

Pronunciation: /ˈəɫusɪvˈnɛs/

Allusiveness (noun)

  1. The quality of speaking or writing in a way that hints at something without stating it directly.
  2. A style that uses small references to ideas, events, or texts so the reader must understand the connection.

Examples

  • Her allusiveness made the meaning clear without naming the source.
  • The speech relied on allusiveness to point to the real issue.