implication - Master This Word
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implication Word Meanings
- a suggestion or hint of something; a possible result or effect; something that is implied but not directly stated.
implication Example Sentences
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implication Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/ɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/
implication Word Etymology
From Latin 'implicatio' (involvement) = 'in-' (in) + 'plicare' (to fold). Originating from Latin → Old French → English. Imagine folding a message into a letter, hinting at deeper meanings beneath the surface.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I shift my chair, place the notebook, and turn the lamp a little higher. The room settles as a question lands in the air, and the unspoken hint begins to move under the surface. I push away tidy certainty and adjust my focus, feeling the pace of my thoughts change as I listen. In conversation, that hidden direction lingers, guiding the choices I make next.
Real Context
Implication is a noun that refers to something suggested or hinted at, or to a possible result or effect that is not explicitly stated. In everyday English, it captures what an author, speaker, or situation implies beyond the literal words, and it can carry a sense of consequence that might follow from a given action or policy. It differs from a direct statement because it relies on interpretation by the listener. Learners should distinguish implication from inference, conclusion, or consequence, and pay attention to tone, context, and collocations such as strong implication or unintended implication to avoid overreading a sentence.
Usage Reminders
- Be precise about what is implied, not guaranteed; distinguish implication from inference. Use collocations like strong implication or indirect implication. Consider tone and context; a written policy may have a clear statement and an implicit implication. Avoid replacing implication with conclusion in reasoning. When in doubt, paraphrase the implied meaning instead of asserting it as fact.
Common Misconceptions
- Implication is the same as a guarantee or fact.
- If something is implied, it must be true.
- Implication always points to a negative outcome.
- To discuss implication, you must reference deep logic or math only.
- Imply and implication are interchangeable in all contexts.
Thinking Differences
English users routinely discuss implications in everyday and formal contexts, framing ideas as hints or potential consequences; learners must separate what is implied from what is stated and watch for politeness or hedging in tone.
Learning Tips
- Learn common collocations with implication (strong implication, indirect implication).
- Compare implication with consequence and with inference to track nuance.
- Read sentences with hedging to identify what is being implied.
- Practice paraphrasing implied meaning to strengthen understanding.
- Note how tone changes the strength of implication.
- Make a quick inference from a paragraph to see what the author implies.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'implication'?
A.Consequence
B.Jump
C.Tree
D.Fast
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence below uses the word 'implication' correctly?
A.The cat ate the implication
B.He ran implication the park
C.She understood the implication of her actions
D.We implication yesterday
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'implication'?
A.Chair
B.Carrot
C.Inference
D.Drive
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'implication'?
A.Sing
B.Explicit
C.Yellow
D.Slow
Step 5: Mastery
Can you give an example of a real-life scenario involving 'implication'?
A.She ate a delicious meal
B.His actions had serious implications for the company
C.They went for a walk in the park
D.I watched a movie last night
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