tacitly
|tac/it/ly|
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/ˈtæsɪtli/
(tacit)
unspoken understanding
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tacitly' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tacitus,' where 'tacere' meant 'to be silent.'
Historical Evolution
'tacitus' transformed into the French word 'tacit,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tacitly' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be silent or unspoken,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'understood without being stated.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is understood or implied without being directly stated.
She tacitly agreed to the plan by not voicing any objections.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41