intimate
intimate is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, intimate is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofintimate
- A very close friend.
Example: "Only a couple of intimates had ever read his writing."
- (in plural intimates) Women's underwear, sleepwear, or lingerie, especially offered for sale in a store.
Example: "You'll find bras and panties in the women's intimates section upstairs."
- To suggest or disclose (something) discreetly.
Example: "He intimated that we should leave before the argument escalated."
- To notify.
Example: "I will intimate you when the details are available."
- Closely acquainted; familiar.
Example: "He and his sister deeply valued their intimate relationship as they didn't have much else to live for."
- Of or involved in a sexual relationship.
Example: "She enjoyed some intimate time alone with her husband."
- Personal; private.
Example: "an intimate setting"
- Pertaining to details that require great familiarity to know.
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