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implicitly

adv. manner
C1 Advanced US //ˌɪmˈpɫɪsətɫi// UK //ɪmplˈɪsɪtli// im·plic·it·ly

adv. in a way that is suggested or understood without being stated directly. You use this when someone makes their meaning clear through their actions or tone rather than their words.

adv. in a manner that is suggested or understood without being directly expressed; by implication. Often describes communication where the underlying meaning is clear despite the absence of explicit verbal confirmation.


SIMPLE

She implicitly agreed to the plan by nodding her head.

CONTEXTUAL

The contract implicitly assumes that both parties will act in good faith throughout the duration of the project.

COMPLEX

While the policy never mentions specific groups, it implicitly excludes those without a fixed address by requiring a utility bill for registration.

Antonyms
Origin

From implicit + -ly.

Usage

Typically modifies verbs or adjectives; often placed before the word it modifies to emphasize the indirect nature of the action.

Pitfall

He implicitly said that he was angry.He implied that he was angry.Implicitly describes how something is understood or done; if someone is doing the suggesting, the verb 'imply' is usually more appropriate than the adverb.

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