Intimate Definition
intimate
adjective
- marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity; "intimate friend"; "intimate relations between economics, politics, and legal principles" - V.L. Parrington
- having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere; "had a cozy chat"; "a relaxed informal manner"; "an intimate cocktail lounge"; "the small room was cozy and intimate"
- having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship; "on familiar terms"; "pretending she is on an intimate footing with those she slanders"
- involved in a sexual relationship; "the intimate (or sexual) relations between husband and wife"; "she had been intimate with many men"; "he touched her intimate parts"
- innermost or essential; "the inner logic of Cubism"; "the internal contradictions of the theory"; "the intimate structure of matter"
- thoroughly acquainted through study or experience; "this girl, so intimate with nature"-W.H.Hudson; "knowledgeable about the technique of painting"- Herbert Read
noun
- someone to whom private matters are confided
verb
- give to understand; "I insinuated that I did not like his wife"
- imply as a possibility; "The evidence suggests a need for more clarification"
"Intimate" in song lyrics
See how intimate is used in real songs:
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"As soon as I picked her up we got intimate"
Aceyalone f/ Abstract Rude — B-Boy Real Mc Coy -
"Spend it with your crew or two could get intimate"
Akrobatik — Time -
"We started kicking it, I'm feeling you, we intimate"
Cormega — Soul Food
Words that rhyme with intimate
Usage tips for "intimate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "intimate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for intimate to find words that pair well.