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Implication
01
a possible consequence that something can bring about
Examples
His decision to cut costs has serious implications for employee morale.
The implications of the new law could affect many small businesses.
02
a meaning that is suggested or inferred but not directly stated
Examples
His tone carried the implication that he was dissatisfied.
There 's an implication in her words that she expects more responsibility.
03
a connection or involvement that links someone to a wrongdoing or incriminating situation
Examples
His implication in the fraud case surprised everyone.
The investigation revealed her implication in the scandal.
04
a relation arising from involvement or close connection, especially of an incriminating nature
Examples
The company 's implication in the network of shell corporations was investigated.
Scholars debated the implication of historical alliances in current conflicts.
05
a logical relationship of the form "if p then q", which means if the first proposition is true, the second must also be true
Examples
In logic, the implication " if it rains, the ground gets wet " is valid.
The theorem uses the implication that all squares are rectangles.
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