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implicited
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word 'implicited' is not a word in English, and therefore cannot be used in written English.
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Alternative expressions(12)
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60 human-written examples
In an implicit criticism of Labour and the Tories, the deputy prime minister said that the majority of Scottish voters were not yet being offered what they wanted in next year's vote: further devolution within the UK.
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Cameron has also been insisting Thatcher will be remembered for "saving the nation" from decline in the 1980s, leaving unsaid an implicit parallel with his own effort to clear up the fiscal deficit.
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Instead of correcting or avoiding the influences of such biases, our study aims to reduce these implicit biases at the first place".
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The implicit homophobia underlying these messages sends an alarming signal to any astute observer that homosexuality is simply not normal and homosexuals do not have any place with children.
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As the final step in bringing evidence-based medicine to the patient, Sackett and colleagues had to persuade a sceptical medical profession, often eager to attack what was unfamiliar, to undertake the intellectual work implicit in the practice of this approach.
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The latest figures, with their implicit threat of deflation, make all this much more urgent.
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It was, however, somewhat surprising for the review to produce an underlying or implicit argument that the only legitimate means of containing carbon emissions (if that's what some freakish people are into) are cost-effective means.
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David Cameron's former strategy guru Steve Hilton has suggested bankers should be paid no more than senior civil servants as they rely on the implicit backing of the taxpayer.
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I'll leave it to others to comment on the astounding abdication of cultural responsibility implicit in this statement.
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"The idea of power-sharing is still implicit in these proposals.
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Implicit in the latter was an assumption that volunteerism lacked the powers and wherewithal of the state to provide basic, universal services.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the correct form "implicit" or "implied" depending on whether you are describing a quality or an action. Double-check your grammar to ensure clarity.
Common error
Avoid using "implicited" as a past tense or past participle form of "imply"; the correct form is "implied". "Implicit" is an adjective, not a verb.
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Linguistic Context
The term "implicited" is not a recognized word in English. Therefore, it doesn't have a grammatical function. The correct related term is implicit, which functions as an adjective describing something suggested or understood, though not plainly expressed. Ludwig confirms that "implicited" is not a valid term.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The query "implicited" is not a valid word in the English language. The correct terms to use are "implicit" (as an adjective) and "implied" (as the past tense of "imply").
As Ludwig AI confirms, "implicited" does not exist. Therefore, always use "implicit" to describe something understood or suggested, or "implied" to describe the act of suggesting something without directly stating it. Understanding this distinction will enhance the clarity and correctness of your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
Implicit
Removes the unnecessary and incorrect '-ed' suffix, using the correct adjective form.
Implied
Uses the past participle of 'imply' to describe something suggested but not directly expressed.
Understood
Indicates something is grasped or assumed without needing explicit explanation.
Tacit
Suggests an agreement or understanding that is unspoken but mutually recognized.
Inferred
Highlights the process of drawing a conclusion from indirect evidence or reasoning.
Suggested
Indicates a hint or indirect indication of something.
Hinted at
Emphasizes the act of giving a subtle indication without explicitly stating something.
Connoted
Focuses on the associated or secondary meaning of a word or expression.
Left unsaid
Highlights the deliberate omission of a direct statement, implying its content.
Taken for granted
Indicates that something is assumed to be true or understood without needing proof or explanation.
FAQs
How do I properly use the word "implicit" in a sentence?
Use "implicit" as an adjective to describe something that is suggested or understood but not plainly expressed. For example, "There was an implicit agreement between them."
What is the difference between "implicit" and "implied"?
"Implicit" describes something that is suggested or understood, while "implied" is the past tense form of the verb "imply", meaning to suggest something without saying it directly. See also "implied".
What can I say instead of using the non-existent word "implicited"?
Is there a situation where "implicited" is a correct word to use?
No, "implicited" is not a recognized word in the English language. You should use "implicit" or "implied" depending on the intended meaning.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested