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Characterized by a close or warm personal relationship
“Charmingly charismatic, Kraus spoke seven languages and was intimate with the rich and famous of the musical and political scenes at the time.”
(of knowledge) Characterized by an attention to detail or thoroughness
“His intimate knowledge of the industry will be a valuable asset to our organization.”
Not known or meant to be publicly known
“The interrogation was demeaning, probing the most intimate details of my personal and family life.”
(of a place or setting) Having a personable or relaxed atmosphere
“In the intimate setting of Hampstead Theatre, the evening has the feel of a series of party games.”
Denoting amorous liaisons
“I refuse to engage in gossip regarding my intimate moments, or those of others.”
Something or someone that is beloved
Pleasant and amicable in nature
Based on an instinctive emotional response rather than considered thought
Being personally involved
Reliable and unfailing
(of a conversation) Candid, intimate, and personal
Only a short distance away or apart in space or time
Naturally as part or consequence of something
Having concern for one's own welfare and interests before those of others
Undertaken in person
Nearest or next to in space
Exclusive or private in nature
Joining or interrelated in an intimate manner
Informal or gossipy in language or expression
Distinctive to a person or thing
A very close friend
“After just two public concerts, he was a star of Parisian society and an intimate of his great contemporaries.”
A male partner in an unmarried romantic relationship
A female partner in an unmarried romantic relationship
To suggest or indicate something indirectly
“He appeared to be trying to intimate that there was more going on than meets the eye.”
To state or make known
“Manuel would intimate his desire to leave the industry during the party.”
To bring up or refer to (something), usually briefly but specifically
To tell someone about, or trust someone with, a secret or private matter
To mention privately
To notify, or to make aware
To predict, prophesy, or tell of future events
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