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Meaning of telltale

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

telltale

Pronunciation:/ˈtɛlteɪl/

noun

Definitions

  1. One who divulges private information with intent to hurt others.

    Synonyms:blabbermouthgossiprumormongertalebearer
  2. Tattletale; squealer.

  3. An indicator, such as a warning light, that serves to warn of a hazard or problem.

  4. Something that serves to reveal something else.

    Example: The telltale was the lipstick on his shirt collar.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Revealing something, especially something not intended to be known.

    Example: He blushed when he approached, a telltale sign that he was happy to see him.