Definitions
- Describing something that is understood without being directly stated. - Referring to an idea or meaning that is conveyed indirectly or subtly. - Talking about something that is assumed to be true without being explicitly expressed.
- Describing something that is understood without being expressed in words. - Referring to an agreement or understanding that is implied rather than stated explicitly. - Talking about a situation where something is accepted or acknowledged without being openly declared.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not explicitly stated.
- 2Both words refer to an understanding that is not expressed in words.
- 3Both words imply an unspoken agreement or acceptance.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Implicitly is more commonly used than tacitly in everyday language.
- 2Meaning: Implicitly suggests that something is understood without being directly stated, while tacitly implies an agreement or understanding that is not expressed in words.
- 3Connotation: Implicitly has a neutral connotation, while tacitly can have a negative connotation, implying that something is being hidden or avoided.
- 4Usage in context: Implicitly is often used in academic or technical writing, while tacitly is more commonly used in legal or business contexts.
Remember this!
Implicitly and tacitly are synonyms that describe something that is not explicitly stated or understood. However, implicitly suggests that something is understood without being directly stated, while tacitly implies an agreement or understanding that is not expressed in words. Additionally, implicitly is more commonly used in everyday language, while tacitly is more commonly used in legal or business contexts.
