Notioned

To have formed or expressed an idea, a plan, or a feeling; to have communicated or shared a thought or concept, either explicitly or implicitly. This implies the instigation of thought. Often used when a subject communicates something without fully elaborating on the detail or specific of the subject; to suggest, hint, or imply something without stating it directly. The word can be used in both active and passive voices, indicating the act of having the idea or the act of having an idea made to them, often pertaining to a subject that is of great importance or sensitivity.

Notioned meaning with examples

• The detective, after examining the crime scene, notioned to his partner that foul play was likely involved. He didn't state it outright, but the way he pointed to the broken window and the displaced furniture spoke volumes. The evidence, though subtle, gave a clear impression of a struggle, leaving his partner aware of his meaning. The air of the scene was enough to notion his statement.
• During the negotiations, the diplomat notioned a compromise, offering a small concession to appease the opposing side. This act, though not specifically mentioning specific details, softened the tension. The move, though not stating the specifics, indicated a willingness to find common ground, hoping to shift the conversation away from the stalemates that had been hit during the previous two meetings. The notioned actions made it clear that the two sides had a chance to talk further.
• When the artist presented her abstract painting, she notioned a sense of chaos and the beauty of uncertainty, without explaining her creative choices. She let the viewer interpret the complex blend of colors and forms and find their own meanings. The lack of explanation added to the painting's depth, it allowed the audience to engage, with each person drawing conclusions with no constraints; she notioned it and let it be.
• Despite the ambiguity in her statement, the employee notioned her dissatisfaction with the company's new policies during the performance review. She subtly criticized the limitations by saying that she 'was hoping for more freedom in the workspace'. The phrase itself was ambiguous but it allowed the manager to understand where the concerns and tensions lay. She had communicated her feelings indirectly.