clue

Definition

  • noun: something that helps a person find something, understand something, or solve a mystery or puzzle
  • noun: something that guides through an intricate procedure or maze of difficulties
  • verb: to provide with a clue
  • usually used in negative statements
  • synonyms: indication, suggestion, hint

Examples

  • The public should be 'clued in' to what's happening. [=should be told about what's happening]

  • He doesn't have a 'clue' when it comes to fixing cars. [=he knows nothing about fixing cars]

  • He's totally 'clued in on' [=he knows a lot about] the latest computer developments.

Movie quotes

  • (..) making out with that Van Wilder looking guy you know what, fuck you, i dont even want to talk to you what... -do you know what just happened? do you have any clue? my fucking life just ended oh come on, shell go home, shell watch Bridget Jones some asshole, shell have a good cry.she'll be fine. (..)
    2012 Ted