Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

impliedly

Adverb

/ɪmˈplaɪdɪdli/

Definition

In a way that is not directly expressed; suggested or inferred rather than stated outright.

Examples

She impliedly agreed to the terms of the contract by signing the document.
The rules of the game are not written, but they are impliedly understood by all players.
The author impliedly criticized the government’s policies through the narrative of the story.

Meaning

The term ‘impliedly’ refers to something that is understood or hinted at without being explicitly stated. It is often used in legal contexts or in discussions where indirect communication is involved.