implicit
1 antonyms and opposites of implicit, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Suggested or understood without being directly stated.
Antonyms
How to use implicit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin implicitus, past participle of implico ("to entangle, involve"); related to implicate.
Full origin of implicit →Frequently asked questions
What does “implicit” mean?
The word “implicit” means suggested or understood without being directly stated. In plain terms, understood without being said out loud, or (for trust/faith) total and unquestioning.
How do you pronounce “implicit”?
“Implicit” is pronounced ihm-PLIH-siht (/ɪmˈplɪsɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “implicit” in a sentence?
Here is “implicit” used in a sentence: “There was an implicit warning in her tone of voice.”
What is the opposite of “implicit”?
The opposite of “implicit” — its antonyms — is explicit.
What part of speech is “implicit”?
“Implicit” is an adjective.
Where does the word “implicit” come from?
The word “implicit” comes from Latin. From Latin implicitus, past participle of implico ("to entangle, involve"); related to implicate.
Is “implicit” a common word?
“Implicit” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “implicit” have?
“Implicit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: suggested or understood without being directly stated.