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implication; connotation; implied meaning
The meaning that is suggested or implied by something, rather than being explicitly stated. Used in academic, literary, and formal contexts.
この言葉の含意は深い。
The implications of this word are deep.
発言の含意を正しく読み取る。
To correctly read the implication of a statement.
この政策には将来的な増税という含意があると指摘された。
It was pointed out that this policy carries the implication of future tax increases.
A formal, somewhat academic word for the implied or underlying meaning of words, actions, or policies. Commonly encountered in literary criticism, philosophy, political analysis, and formal writing.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 含意を読み取る — to read/grasp the implication
- 含意を持つ — to carry an implication
- 政治的含意 — political implications
- 含意に気づく — to notice the implication
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 意味合い — nuance, connotation; more accessible and commonly used in everyday language
- 暗示 — hint, suggestion; implies something is communicated indirectly or subtly
- 示唆 — suggestion, implication; used when something is hinted at, often in formal discussions