Hint

To bring to mind by a slight mention or remote allusion; to suggest in an indirect manner; as, to hint a suspicion.

To make an indirect reference, suggestion, or allusion; to allude vaguely to something.

A remote allusion; slight mention; intimation; insinuation; a suggestion or reminder, without a full declaration or explanation; also, an occasion or motive.

an indication of potential opportunity; "he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job"

a slight indication