1. to suggest or indicate something without stating it directly
2. to involve or require as a necessary consequence

Examples

• Her silence seemed to imply agreement with the proposal.
• The dark clouds imply that rain is coming soon.
• Are you implying that I made a mistake?
• His promotion implies greater responsibility.
• The evidence implies his involvement in the crime.
• Success in this field implies years of hard work.
• The teacher’s tone implied disappointment with our performance.