implicit

/ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

implied or suggested but not directly expressed

“The artist’s implicit message in the painting was one of hope.”

2. noun

a rule or principle that is implied rather than being explicitly stated

“The implicit rules of the club were well understood by its members.”

3. verb

to imply or suggest something indirectly

“The company’s new policy implicitly encouraged employees to work more efficiently.”

Synonyms

  • hinted
  • implied
  • suggested
  • tacit

Antonyms

  • direct
  • explicit
  • overt