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