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Meaning of tacitly
The primary meaning of the word "tacitly" is to imply or suggest something without directly stating it.
Etymology of tacitly
The word "tacitly" originates from the Latin word "tacitus," which means silent or unspoken.
The Latin "tacitus" is derived from "tacere," meaning to be silent.
The word "tacitly" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe implicit or unspoken agreements, understandings, or suggestions.
Synonyms
implicitly
silently
quietly
unspokenly
wordlessly
mutedly
indirectly
surreptitiously
furtively
stealthily
covertly
secretly
discreetly
subtly
understatedly
restrainedly
reservedly
unobtrusively
inconspicuously
unnoticedly
unknowingly
unwittingly
unconsciously
involuntarily
instinctively
intuitively
implicitly
taciturnly
laconically
tersely
curtly
brusquely
gruffly
bruskly
Definitions
- The adverb "tacitly" means implying or suggesting something without directly stating it, or being silently or impliedly agreed upon.
- * It can also describe something that is done or understood without being explicitly stated or expressed.
Usage Examples
- It was tacitly understood that the meeting would start at 9 am.
- * The company tacitly agreed to the terms of the contract by not responding to the offer.
- * The two friends tacitly avoided discussing the sensitive topic.
Antonyms
explicitly
openly
directly
loudly
clearly
outspokenly
vocally
verbally
expressly
obviously
knowingly
consciously
intentionally
deliberately
voluntarily
knowingly
intentionally
purposefully
deliberately
overtly
plainly