implicit Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something
    inexplicit.
    • an implicit agreement not to raise the subject
    • there was implicit criticism in his voice
    • anger was implicit in the argument
    • the oak is implicit in the acorn
  2. adjective satellite being without doubt or reserve
    unquestioning.
    • implicit trust

WordNet

Im*plic"it adjective
Etymology
L. implicitus, p. p. of implicare to entwine, entangle, attach closely: cf. F. implicite. See Implicate.
Definitions
  1. Infolded; entangled; complicated; involved. Obs. Milton.
    In his woolly fleece I cling implicit. Pope.
  2. Tacitly comprised; fairly to be understood, though not expressed in words; implied; as, an implicit contract or agreement. South.
  3. Resting on another; trusting in the word or authority of another, without doubt or reserve; unquestioning; complete; as, implicit confidence; implicit obedience.
    Back again to implicit faith I fall. Donne.

Webster 1913