intimate

• 形容关系亲密、亲近、私密或涉及个人隐私；也可指氛围温馨、私密。

Describes a close, familiar, or private relationship, connection, or atmosphere.

1. Close personal relationshipB2formal

   Having a very close, familiar, and affectionate relationship.

   亲密的

   • They have been intimate friends for over twenty years.
   • She shared intimate details of her life with him.
   • The two sisters have an intimate bond.

   同义词bosomcloseconfidentialdearfamiliarwarm

   反义词aloofcolddistantformalremotereserved

2. Private and personalB2formal

   Relating to very personal or private matters.

   私密而个人的

   • They had an intimate conversation about their fears.
   • The diary contained her most intimate thoughts.
   • He felt uncomfortable discussing such intimate topics.

   同义词confidentialdeepinnermostinwardpersonalprivatesecret

   反义词formalimpersonalopenpublic

3. Cozy and comfortableB1formal

   Describing a place that is small, quiet, and creates a feeling of closeness.

   温馨

   • The restaurant has an intimate atmosphere with candlelit tables.
   • They rented an intimate cottage for their honeymoon.
   • The café is small and intimate, perfect for a date.

   同义词comfortablecozyfamiliarhomelyhomeyinvitingprivatesnugwarmwelcoming

   反义词coldharshimpersonalsterileuninviting

4. Thorough knowledgeC1formal

   Very detailed and thorough understanding of something.

   深入的

   • She has an intimate knowledge of the city's history.
   • The mechanic has an intimate understanding of car engines.
   • His intimate familiarity with the subject impressed the committee.

   同义词closecomprehensivedeepdetailedprofoundthorough

   反义词cursoryshallowsuperficial

• 名词，指关系亲密、私下或私密的人，常暗示深厚的情感联系或熟悉程度。

A noun referring to a close, personal, or private relationship, often implying a deep emotional connection or familiarity.

1. Close friendB2formal

   A person with whom one has a very close, personal, and trusting relationship.

   密友

   • She invited only her intimates to the wedding.
   • He shared his secret with a few intimates.
   • Over the years, they became intimates.

   同义词companionconfidantconfidante

   反义词acquaintanceoutsider

• 动词，表示含蓄地、间接地暗示或提示某事，使人隐约领会到某种意思。

A verb used to indicate the act of suggesting or hinting at something subtly or indirectly.

1. Hint or suggestC1formal

   To make known subtly or indirectly; to hint at something.

   暗示

   • She intimated that she might be leaving the company soon.
   • He intimated his disapproval without saying a word.
   • The report intimated that further cuts were necessary.

   同义词alludecommunicateconveyhintimplyindicateinsinuatesignalsuggest

   反义词announceassertdeclareexplicitlyproclaimstate