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- [im-pli-key-tiv, im-plik-uh-tiv]
- /ˈɪm plɪˌkeɪ tɪv, ɪmˈplɪk ə tɪv/
- /ˈɪmplɪkətˌɪv/
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- [im-pli-key-tiv, im-plik-uh-tiv]
- /ˈɪm plɪˌkeɪ tɪv, ɪmˈplɪk ə tɪv/
Definitions of implicative word
- adjective implicative tending to implicate or imply; characterized by or involving implication. 1
- noun implicative Tending to implicate or to imply; pertaining to implication. 1
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Origin of implicative
First appearance:
before 1580 One of the 35% oldest English words
First recorded in 1580-90; implicate + -ive
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Parts of speech for Implicative
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
implicative popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 70% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
implicative usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for implicative
adj implicative
- unshakable — to move or sway with short, quick, irregular vibratory movements.
- constant — You use constant to describe something that happens all the time or is always there.
- steadfast — fixed in direction; steadily directed: a steadfast gaze.
- definite — If something such as a decision or an arrangement is definite, it is firm and clear, and unlikely to be changed.
- tacit — understood without being openly expressed; implied: tacit approval.
adjective implicative
- inherent — existing in someone or something as a permanent and inseparable element, quality, or attribute; inhering: an inherent distrust of strangers.
- entire — An uncastrated male horse.
- evocative — Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.
- implicit — implied, rather than expressly stated: implicit agreement.
Antonyms for implicative
adj implicative
- disloyal — false to one's obligations or allegiances; not loyal; faithless; treacherous.
- untrustworthy — deserving of trust or confidence; dependable; reliable: The treasurer was not entirely trustworthy.
- stated — of or relating to the central civil government or authority.
- specific — having a special application, bearing, or reference; specifying, explicit, or definite: to state one's specific purpose.
- forgetful — apt to forget; that forgets: a forgetful person.
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