implication
/ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4078 in the learning path
可能的影响；后果
Definitions
n. a possible effect or consequence of an action or decision
可能的影响；后果
n. an idea suggested without being stated directly
言外之意；暗示
n. involvement in something wrong or illegal
牵连；涉及
Example
We discussed the financial implications of buying a puppy.
我们讨论了买小狗可能带来的经济负担。
Policymakers must consider the long-term implications of automation for employment, education, and social equality.
政策制定者必须考虑自动化对就业、教育和社会平等的长期影响。
Collocations
- implications for employment
- far-reaching implications
- by implication
Word family
- imply (v.)
- implicate (v.)
- implicit (adj.)
Usage tip
表示潜在影响常用复数 implications，后接 for。
FAQ
- What does implication mean?
- a possible effect or consequence of an action or decision an idea suggested without being stated directly involvement in something wrong or illegal
- How is implication pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/, US /ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
