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Synonyms & Antonyms of implication
1
an idea that is conveyed often indirectly
- He took issue with the implication that he could not be trusted with the assignment.
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for implication
- clue,
- cue,
- hint,
- indication,
- inkling,
- intimation,
- suggestion
2
a future condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
- They were concerned with the possible implications of the new legislation.
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for implication
- denouement
- (also dénouement),
- echo,
- repercussion
- blowback,
- by-product,
- fallout,
- offshoot,
- ripple,
- side effect
- (also side reaction),
- spin-off
Antonyms & Near Antonyms for implication
3
a formal claim of criminal wrongdoing against a person
- Employees were shocked by the implication of the company's CEO in the crime.
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for implication
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“Implication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implication. Accessed 28 Sep. 2021.
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The first known use of implication was in the 15th century
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