implied
/ɪmˈplaɪd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Suggested without being stated directly; implicated or hinted at.
Adjective
Examples
her implied disapproval of the plan
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “implied” mean?
Suggested without being stated directly; implicated or hinted at.
Is “implied” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.