Definitions:

1. (plural of hint): Indirect or subtle suggestions, clues, or pieces of information that help to guide, solve, or understand something without providing a direct or explicit answer. NOUN
   • The professor gave us hints about the key themes to focus on for the upcoming exam.
2. The act of suggesting or implying something in an indirect way. VERB
   • The teacher hinted that there might be a surprise test next week, so we should be prepared.

Synonyms:

• alludes
• clues
• cues
• implications
• implies
• indicates
• indications
• infer
• inklings
• insinuates
• insinuations
• intimates
• intimations
• pointers
• signifies
• suggestions
• suggests
• tips