Imply: meaning, definitions and examples

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imply

 

[ ɪmˈplaɪ ]

Context #1 | Verb

influence

To suggest or indirectly suggest something without explicitly stating it. To convey a message without explicitly saying it. To hint at something without directly stating it.

Synonyms

hint, insinuate, suggest

Examples of usage

  • She implied that she was not happy with the decision.
  • His silence implied consent.
  • The tone of his voice implied that he was not pleased with the outcome.
Context #2 | Verb

logical consequence

To involve as a necessary consequence. To naturally suggest or lead to a certain conclusion. To necessitate as a logical outcome.

Synonyms

entail, involve, necessitate

Examples of usage

  • Failure to comply with the rules implies consequences.
  • His actions imply a lack of respect for authority.

Translations

Translations of the word "imply" in other languages:

🇵🇹 implicar

🇮🇳 संकेत करना

🇩🇪 andeuten

🇮🇩 mengimplikasikan

🇺🇦 показувати

🇵🇱 implikować

🇯🇵 暗示する

🇫🇷 impliquer

🇪🇸 implicar

🇹🇷 ima etmek

🇰🇷 암시하다

🇸🇦 يُشير إلى

🇨🇿 naznačovat

🇸🇰 naznačovať

🇨🇳 暗示

🇸🇮 nakazovati

🇮🇸 þýða

🇰🇿 көрсету

🇬🇪 მნიშვნელობა აქვს

🇦🇿 işarə etmək

🇲🇽 implicar

Etymology

The word 'imply' originated from the Latin word 'implere', meaning 'to enfold, entwine, or fill up'. Over time, the meaning shifted to suggest indirectly or hint at. The modern usage of 'imply' dates back to the 14th century.

See also: implied, implying.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,746, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.