Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
implication
Noun
/ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
A suggestion or consequence that is not explicitly stated but can be inferred.
Examples
- The implications of the new law were not immediately clear.
- Her smile had several implications about how she felt about the situation.
- The study has significant implications for environmental policy.
Meaning
Implication refers to the idea or notion that something is indirectly suggested or hinted at. It involves drawing conclusions from what is said or done.
Synonyms
- Conclusion
- Suggestion
- Inference
- Significance
