Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unspoken

adjective
/ʌnˈspoʊ.kən/
Definition
not expressed in words; implied or understood without being said.
Examples
  • There was an unspoken agreement between them to keep the secret.
  • The tension in the room was palpable, filled with unspoken words.
  • Her unspoken feelings for him were evident in her body language.
Meaning
The term ‘unspoken’ refers to thoughts, feelings, or agreements that are understood without being explicitly stated. It often relates to emotions or social cues that people recognize without verbal communication.
Synonyms
  • implicit
  • implied
  • understood
  • tacit