Select the meaning of the underlined word in this sentence. Which word means to suggest, to hint, to express indirectly?

The correct answer is A: 'Imply.' To imply means to suggest or express indirectly. It is used when someone is hinting at or suggesting something without explicitly stating it. In this context, the word 'imply' aligns perfectly with the description provided in the question. 'Latter' (choice B) means the second of two persons or things mentioned. 'Opinion' (choice C) refers to a view or judgment formed about something, not related to suggesting indirectly. 'Infer' (choice D) means to deduce or conclude information based on evidence or reasoning, which is different from suggesting or hinting indirectly.