1. Noun
The act of suggesting; presentation of an idea.
2. Noun
That which is suggested; an intimation; an insinuation; a hint; a different proposal or mention; also, formerly, a secret incitement; temptation.
3. Noun
Charge; complaint; accusation.
4. Noun
Information without oath; an entry of a material fact or circumstance on the record for the information of the court, at the death or insolvency of a party.
5. Noun
The act or power of originating or recalling ideas or relations, distinguished as original and relative; -- a term much used by Scottish metaphysicians from Hutcherson to Thomas Brown.
6. Noun
the sequential mental process in which one thought leads to another by association
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare
7. Noun
an idea that is suggested; "the picnic was her suggestion"
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare
8. Noun
the act of inducing hypnosis
Vocabulary classified under Philosophy
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