The meaning of IMPLICATION is something implied. How to use implication in a sentence.

IMPLICATION definition: 1. an occasion when you seem to suggest something without saying it directly: 2. the effect that…. Learn more.

Definition of implication noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [countable, usually plural] a possible effect or result of an action or a decision. They failed to consider the wider …

An implication is something that is suggested, or happens, indirectly. When you left the gate open and the dog escaped, you were guilty by implication.

The implication of a statement, event, or situation is what it implies or suggests is the case. The implication was obvious: vote for us or it will be very embarrassing for you.

Logical consequence (also entailment or logical implication), the relationship between statements that holds true when one logically "follows from" one or more others Material conditional (also …

Dec 15, 2025 · implication (countable and uncountable, plural implications) (uncountable) The act of implicating. (uncountable) The state of being implicated. Dumping waste in the river will …

im•pli•ca•tion (ˌɪm plɪˈkeɪ ʃən) n. 1. something implied or suggested as naturally to be inferred or understood: an implication of dishonesty. 2. the act of implying. 3. the state of being implied. 4. …

IMPLICATION definition: something implied or suggested as naturally to be inferred or understood. See examples of implication used in a sentence.

Factsheet What does the noun implication mean? There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun implication. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.