Synonyms of implication

implication

noun

1

as in inference

an idea that is conveyed often indirectly

He took issue with the implication that he could not be trusted with the assignment.

Related Words

• inference
• suggestion
• indication
• clue
• message
• allusion
• hint
• cue
• intimation
• insinuation
• sense
• inkling
• connotation
• question
• innuendo
• burden
• essence
• nature
• topic
• matter
• spirit
• subject
• stuff
• intent
• intention
• meaning
• significance
• content
• soul
• point
• gist
• bottom
• motive
• essentiality
• core
• crux
• import
• heart
• nucleus
• marrow
• kernel
• motif
• drift
• pith
• nub
• signification
• denotation
• quick
• purport

2

as in outcome

a future condition or occurrence traceable to a cause

They were concerned with the possible implications of the new legislation.

Related Words

• outcome
• ramification
• effect
• consequence
• repercussion
• denouement
• fallout
• echo
• result
• resultant
• side effect
• by-product
• corollary
• upshot
• development
• fate
• aftershock
• product
• issue
• conclusion
• aftermath
• afterglow
• offshoot
• blowback
• afterclap
• sequel
• sequence
• ripple
• aftereffect
• backwash
• outgrowth
• spin-off
• precipitate
• child
• fruit

Dissimilar Words

• consideration
• factor
• basis
• base
• ground
• foundation
• determinant
• source
• mother
• incentive
• stimulus
• origin
• reason
• cause
• inspiration
• spring
• root
• groundwork
• impetus
• occasion
• instigation
• antecedent
• causation

3

as in allegation

a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person

Employees were shocked by the implication of the company's CEO in the crime.

Related Words

• allegation
• accusation
• indictment
• plea
• condemnation
• impeachment
• crimination
• denunciation
• censure
• counteraccusation
• countercharge
• arraignment
• recrimination
• count
• complaint
• charge
• rap

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of implication

States still have a few procedural tricks that could delay the work requirements, but read Anil Oza’s story for a full breakdown of this consequential verdict and its larger implications. — O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 31 July 2026

Experts warn of legal challenges, lack of statutory grounding, and worldwide tax implications. — Lorraine D'alessio, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Chronic stress has implications for general health too, and can cause inflammatory and autoimmune symptoms. — Erin Clabough, The Conversation, 31 July 2026

We’re informed the global implications of this crime are huge, but given no sense of what changed internationally as a result. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026