word
Literary
Imply
im-PLY
/ɪmˈplaɪ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Imply
Dictionary meaning
To suggest something without stating it explicitly.
Examples
- His silence implied that he disagreed with the decision.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on second syllable. The speaker implies; the listener infers.
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