inkling
nounUK /ˈɪŋ.klɪŋ/
US /ˈɪŋ.klɪŋ/
A small hint or feeling that something might be true.
She had an inkling that it was going to rain.
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2. A slight knowledge or vague understanding of something.
He had no inkling of what the surprise would be.
3. A faint or slight suggestion of something.
There was an inkling of doubt in her voice.
4. A small amount or trace.
An inkling of smoke drifted from the chimney.