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imply

The word “imply” has 2 syllables: im-ply

It's pronounced as /ɪmˈplaɪ/

What is synonym and antonym for imply?

In the thesaurus, “imply” has 27 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for imply along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for imply

Antonyms for imply

Meanings of imply

  • verb
    1. (of a proposition) to have as a necessary consequence.
    2. (of a person) to suggest by logical inference.
    3. (of a person or proposition) to hint; to insinuate; to suggest tacitly and avoid a direct statement.
    4. To enfold, entangle.

Example Sentences

  • Her words imply that there may be a problem.
  • The results imply a need for further investigation.
  • Does his silence imply agreement with the plan?
  • The data imply a strong connection between the two variables.
  • I don’t mean to imply anything negative by my comment.

On this page you'll find 39 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imply, such as: advert, allude, announce, betoken, connote, declare, define.

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