Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tacit approval
phrase
/ˈtæsɪt əˈpruːvəl/
Definition
Tacit approval refers to an unspoken or implied agreement or acceptance.
Examples
- The manager’s silence during the meeting gave tacit approval to the new policy.
- The team’s continued efforts received tacit approval from the leadership.
Meaning
When someone gives tacit approval, they do so without expressing it verbally or explicitly, but their actions or behavior suggest that they agree or support something.
Synonyms
- Implicit agreement
- Implied consent
- Silent endorsement
