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IMPLICITLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Without ever expressing so clearly

Example:

he implicitly assumes that you know the answer

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

explicitly (in an explicit manner)

Pertainym:

implicit (implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Without doubting or questioning

Example:

I implicitly trust him

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

implicit (being without doubt or reserve)

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