adv
Uncommon
implicitly
Implicitly (adv) means In a way that is understood without being stated directly. Example: “She implicitly agreed to the terms by signing the form.”
adv
1
In a way that is understood without being stated directly.
"She implicitly agreed to the terms by signing the form."
2
Completely and without question.
"He implicitly trusted his old business partner."
How to use implicitly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWithout being said outright, or completely and unquestioningly.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more implicitly
- Superlative
- most implicitly
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Etymology
From implicit + -ly.
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What does “implicitly” mean?
The word “implicitly” means in a way that is understood without being stated directly. In plain terms, without being said outright, or completely and unquestioningly.
How do you use “implicitly” in a sentence?
Here is “implicitly” used in a sentence: “She implicitly agreed to the terms by signing the form.”
What is the opposite of “implicitly”?
The opposite of “implicitly” — its antonyms — is explicitly.
What part of speech is “implicitly”?
“Implicitly” is an adverb.
Is “implicitly” a common word?
“Implicitly” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “implicitly” have?
“Implicitly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that is understood without being stated directly.
