The act or process of insinuating; a creeping, winding, or flowing in.
That which is insinuated; a hint; a suggestion, innuendo or intimation by distant allusion
The act of gaining favor, affection, or influence, by gentle or artful means; — formerly used in a good sense, as of friendly influence or interposition.
The art or power of gaining good will by a prepossessing manner.
A flying report; rumour.