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implicit theme

[/ɪmˈplɪsɪt θiːm/]
nounpl: implicit themes
tema implícito
1. A central idea or subject matter in a literary work that is suggested or understood but not directly stated
The implicit theme of the novel is the corruption of power.
O tema implícito do romance é a corrupção do poder.
2. An underlying message or meaning conveyed indirectly through narrative, symbolism, or character development
The film explores the implicit theme of human isolation in modern society.
O filme explora o tema implícito do isolamento humano na sociedade moderna.
Synonyms
underlying themehidden themeindirect themesuggested themesubtextual meaning
Antonyms
explicit themestated themeobvious themedirect theme

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tema implícito
Standard usage in literary analysis and academic contexts
Portugal
tema implícito
Standard usage in Portuguese literary criticism
General
ideia subjacente
Alternative term emphasizing the underlying nature

Related Idioms & Phrases

read between the lines
ler nas entrelinhas
hidden message
mensagem oculta
underlying meaning
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