(1):
(a.) To suggest obscurely or indirectly; to refer to remotely; to give slight notice of; to hint; as, he intimated his intention of resigning his office.
(2):
(a.) Close in friendship or acquaintance; familiar; confidential; as, an intimate friend.
(3):
(a.) To announce; to declare; to publish; to communicate; to make known.
(4):
(n.) An intimate friend or associate; a confidant.
(5):
(a.) Innermost; inward; internal; deep-seated; hearty.
(6):
(a.) Near; close; direct; thorough; complete.