implicit influence
[ɪmˈplɪsɪt ˈɪnfluəns]
nounpl: implicit influences
influência implícita
1. Subtle or indirect effect or power exerted without being explicitly stated or directly expressed
The teacher's implicit influence on students' values often exceeds that of explicit lessons.
A influência implícita do professor nos valores dos alunos muitas vezes supera a das aulas explícitas.
2. A form of persuasion or control that operates through suggestion, context, or unstated assumptions rather than direct communication
Advertising uses implicit influence to shape consumer behavior without overtly telling people what to buy.
A publicidade usa influência implícita para moldar o comportamento do consumidor sem dizer explicitamente o que comprar.
3. In psychology, the unconscious or indirect effect that one person's presence, attitude, or example has on another
A parent's implicit influence on their child's career choices is often underestimated.
A influência implícita dos pais nas escolhas profissionais dos filhos é frequentemente subestimada.
In Brazilian culture, implicit influence is particularly relevant in discussions about family dynamics, educational systems, and media consumption. The concept is often invoked when analyzing how traditional values are transmitted across generations without explicit instruction. In the USA, the term is frequently used in psychology, marketing, and social science research to describe unconscious biases and persuasion tactics.
Related Idioms & Phrases
reading between the lines
getting under someone's skin
putting ideas in someone's head
having a soft touch
working behind the scenes
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