The message was implicit, not directly stated.
What does Implicit mean?
Implicit means suggested, not said directly.
Dictionary definition
Implicit means understood without being said directly.
Implicit in a sentence
The story gave an implicit clue about the ending.
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What does implicit mean?
Implicit means suggested, not said directly.
Which word is closest in meaning to implicit?
implied is close in meaning to implicit in many contexts.
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im · plis · it · strongest beat: plis
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- im · plis · it
- Strongest beat
- plis
- Ending
- it
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on plis.
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