What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
implicitly
Example
She implicitly understood the rules of the game. [implicitly: adverb]
Example
The article implicitly criticized the government's policies. [implicitly: adverb]
tacitly
Example
By accepting the job offer, he tacitly agreed to the terms and conditions. [tacitly: adverb]
Example
The company tacitly acknowledged its responsibility for the environmental damage. [tacitly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Implicitly is more common than tacitly in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts. Tacitly is less common but is more specific in its meaning, often used in legal or business contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between implicitly and tacitly?
Both implicitly and tacitly are formal words that are typically used in academic, technical, legal, or business contexts. However, implicitly is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
