tacit

/ˈtækɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

implied but not explicitly stated; implicit

“The tacit agreement between the two parties was enough to seal the deal.”

2. noun

a tacit understanding or agreement

“The tacit between the friends made it easy for them to communicate without words.”

3. verb

to imply or suggest something without explicitly stating it

“The politician’s speech tacitly criticized the opposing party’s policies.”

Synonyms

  • implicit
  • implied
  • understood
  • unspoken

Antonyms

  • explicit
  • open
  • overt