implied content
[ɪmˈplaɪd ˈkɒntɛnt]
nounpl: implied contents
conteúdo implícito
1. Information, meaning, or substance that is suggested or understood indirectly rather than stated explicitly
The implied content of her silence was disapproval.
O conteúdo implícito de seu silêncio era desaprovação.
2. In communication or text, meaning that is inferred from context, tone, or subtext rather than directly expressed
The novel's implied content reveals the author's criticism of society.
O conteúdo implícito do romance revela a crítica do autor à sociedade.
3. In legal or contractual contexts, terms or conditions that are understood to be part of an agreement without being explicitly written
The contract's implied content includes the seller's guarantee of quality.
O conteúdo implícito do contrato inclui a garantia de qualidade do vendedor.
In Brazilian communication culture, implied content is often significant as Brazilians frequently use indirect communication, context-dependent meanings, and nonverbal cues. In American English-speaking contexts, the term is commonly used in literary analysis, legal documents, and interpersonal communication studies. Understanding implied content is crucial in cross-cultural communication between these cultures.
NYC Slang
reading between the lines; what's left unsaid
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