implication
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
plural
implications
plural
implications
Britannica Dictionary definition of IMPLICATION
1
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a possible future effect or result
— usually plural
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We must consider the long-term implications of the new trade policies. [=we must consider the effect the policies may have in the future]
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The closing of the factory has economic implications for the entire community. [=the closing will affect the economy of the entire community]
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He needs to be aware of the political implications of his decision.
2
:
something that is suggested without being said directly
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something that is implied
[count]
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I'm offended by his implication that women can't be good at mathematics.
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I resent that/your implication!
[noncount]
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He condemned the court and, by implication, the entire legal system.
3
[noncount]
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the fact or state of being involved in or connected to something (such as a crime)
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the fact or state of being implicated in something
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He was shocked by the implication of his partner in the theft.
