implied meanings
[ɪmˈplaɪd ˈmiːnɪŋz]
nounpl: implied meanings
significados implícitos
1. Meanings that are suggested or indicated indirectly rather than stated explicitly; meanings understood from context, tone, or inference rather than from direct statement
The implied meanings in her email suggested she was unhappy with the project.
Os significados implícitos no seu e-mail sugeriram que ela estava insatisfeita com o projeto.
2. Unstated or indirect meanings that require interpretation or reading between the lines
Understanding implied meanings in literature requires careful analysis of subtext.
Compreender os significados implícitos na literatura requer uma análise cuidadosa do subtexto.
3. Connotative rather than denotative meanings; meanings derived from associations, suggestions, or hints
The implied meanings of the politician's statement were more important than the literal words.
Os significados implícitos da declaração do político eram mais importantes do que as palavras literais.
In both Brazilian and American English cultures, understanding implied meanings is essential to effective communication. In Brazilian Portuguese culture, indirect communication through implied meanings is often preferred in social contexts to maintain harmony, while in American culture, directness is sometimes valued alongside the ability to interpret subtlety. In literature and academic settings across both cultures, the analysis of implied meanings is a critical thinking skill.
NYC Slang
reading between the lines; what's really going on beneath the surface
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