Definitions
- When something is suggested or hinted at without being explicitly stated. - When a conclusion can be drawn from the information given. - When there is an underlying meaning or message that is not directly expressed.
- When something is shown or pointed out clearly. - When there is evidence or signs that suggest a particular conclusion. - When something is used as a signal or sign to convey a message.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words convey meaning without explicitly stating it.
- 2Both words suggest a conclusion based on given information.
- 3Both words are used to communicate a message or idea.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Implies is often used to suggest an underlying meaning or message, while indicates is used to show or point out something clearly.
- 2Degree of certainty: Indicates suggests a higher degree of certainty than implies.
- 3Subjectivity: Implies can be subjective and open to interpretation, while indicates is more objective and factual.
- 4Context: Implies is often used in a more abstract or figurative context, while indicates is used in a more concrete or literal context.
- 5Connotation: Implies can have a negative connotation, suggesting that something is being hidden or not fully disclosed, while indicates is neutral in connotation.
Remember this!
Implies and indicates are synonyms that both convey meaning without explicitly stating it. However, implies is often used to suggest an underlying meaning or message, while indicates is used to show or point out something clearly. Additionally, indicates suggests a higher degree of certainty than implies, and imply can be subjective and open to interpretation, while indicates is more objective and factual.
