implication
gb/ˌɪmplɪkˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌɪmplɪkˈeɪʃən/
B2
Inglês
~ 1700
utalás, célzás, következmény, kihatás, érintettség, belekeveredés, kapcsolatba hozás
NOME
B2
1
Padrão de uso:
the implication of [something]
Her tone carried the clear implication that she was not happy.
A hangneméből egyértelműen arra lehetett következtetni, hogy nem elégedett.
The politician's speech had an implication that taxes might rise.
A politikus beszéde azt sugallta, hogy emelkedhetnek az adók.
There was no direct accusation, but the implication was obvious.
He denied any wrongdoing, but the implication was there for all to hear.
Exemplos para aprendentes
His words had the implication that he was tired.
A szavai arra utaltak, hogy fáradt.
The letter gave the implication that I should call.
A levélből azt lehetett kiérteni, hogy telefonálnom kellene.
I saw the implication in her smile.
The story had the implication that money is important.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'implication' with 'application', which has a completely different meaning related to use or requests.
Significado
something suggested indirectly
Colocações
strong implication
|clear implication
|carry an implication
|subtle implication
Sinónimos
suggestion (Less formal; can refer to both direct and indirect hints.)
|
inference (More formal; emphasizes the reasoning process to reach a conclusion.)
Antónimos
statement (A direct expression of an idea, rather than something implied.)
Temas
communication
|logic
|interpretation
|education
Definição
An idea or meaning that someone suggests without saying it directly.
A meaning or conclusion that is not directly stated but can be understood from what is said or done.
NOME
B2
2
következmény
B1
kihatás
B2
Padrão de uso:
the implications of [something]
The new law has serious implications for small businesses.
Az új törvénynek súlyos következményei vannak a kisvállalkozásokra nézve.
We need to consider the environmental implications of this project.
Figyelembe kell vennünk ennek a projektnek a környezeti hatásait.
His resignation will have political implications.
She failed to understand the financial implications of her choice.
Exemplos para aprendentes
The change has big implications for the team.
A változásnak komoly következményei vannak a csapatra nézve.
There are health implications if you do not sleep well.
Egészségügyi következményei lehetnek, ha nem alszol jól.
This decision has important implications for us.
The report shows the implications of climate change.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'implications' with 'complications', though the latter refers to difficulties rather than potential effects.
Significado
possible effect or result
Colocações
political implications
|legal implications
|serious implications
|far-reaching implications
Sinónimos
consequence (More general; can be neutral, positive, or negative.)
|
ramification (Often used for complex or unintended consequences.)
Antónimos
cause (Focuses on the origin of something rather than its effect.)
Temas
decision-making
|cause-effect
|analysis
|core_vocabulary
Definição
A possible result of something that happens or is done.
A possible future effect or outcome of an action, event, or decision.
NOME
C1
FORMAL
3
Padrão de uso:
implication in [something]
His implication in the scandal damaged his career.
A botrányban való érintettsége ártott a karrierjének.
The evidence led to her implication in the fraud case.
A bizonyítékok nyomán felmerült az érintettsége a csalási ügyben.
They denied any implication in the illegal activities.
Exemplos para aprendentes
He denied his implication in the crime.
Tagadta, hogy köze lenne a bűncselekményhez.
Her implication in the case surprised me.
Meglepett, hogy belekeveredett az ügybe.
The police looked at his implication in the theft.
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse 'implication' with 'application' here, or misunderstand it as only meaning 'suggestion'. Context usually clarifies.
Significado
involvement in wrongdoing
Colocações
implication in a crime
|direct implication
|deny implication
Sinónimos
involvement (More general; does not always carry a negative meaning.)
|
association (Neutral term for being connected with something.)
Antónimos
exoneration (The act of officially stating that someone is not responsible for wrongdoing.)
Temas
law
|crime
|communication
Definição
Saying or showing that someone is part of something bad or illegal.
The act of showing or suggesting that someone is connected to something, especially something dishonest or illegal.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
implication
IPA
GB/ˌɪmplɪkˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌɪmplɪkˈeɪʃən/
Sílabas e acento
im - plic - a - tion (4 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: implication
- Plural: implication, implications
Família de palavras
Forms
implications
noun
Core family
Related words
implicate
verb C1
Negative and opposite forms
explicit
adjective B2
explicitly
adverb B2
Expressões
by implication
1/bˈaɪ ˌɪmplɪkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
as an indirect result
It means something is true because of what was said, even if it was not said directly.
Exemplos
- He didn't say it was wrong, but by implication he suggested it.
- By implication, her silence meant she agreed.