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

  • (..) Have faith in our virtue. We will restore innocence. They had met many times since the town was built... ... and you were very good at following my clues. You may leave, Dahlia. We fight the sin, not the sinner. Mommy! Mommy! Mommy! You know how that feels, (..)
    2006 Silent Hill