implicitly
UK: ɪmˈplɪsɪtli | US: ɪmˈplɪsɪtli
adv. in a way that is implied though not plainly expressed
adv. without question; absolutely
The word "implicitly" traces back to Latin implicitus, the past participle of implicare ("to entangle, involve"). The prefix im- (a variant of in-) negates or intensifies, while plicare means "to fold." Thus, the core idea is "folded in" or "not plainly unfolded," reflecting something unstated but understood. The suffix -ly converts the adjective "implicit" into an adverb, preserving the original morphemes' spelling and logic.
The agreement implicitly forbids sharing confidential data.
She trusted him implicitly, never doubting his decisions.
His silence implicitly confirmed the rumors.
The rules are implicitly clear to all members.
The artist’s message was conveyed implicitly through symbolism.