Tacit

Adjective

Definition: Understood or implied without being stated.

Definition: Unspoken or silent.

Synonyms: Implicit, Unexpressed, Implied

Antonyms: Explicit, Stated, Expressed

Examples:

There was a tacit agreement among the team members to not disclose any confidential information.
She gave him a tacit nod, indicating her approval.

Mnemonics:

Think of "tacit" as a combination of "tac" (short for taciturn, meaning silent or uncommunicative) and "it," implying something unspoken.
Imagine someone placing a finger on their lips, signaling the need for silence – a tacit request.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "tacit" comes from the Latin word "tacitus," which means silent or unspoken.

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since the mid-17th century to describe things that are understood or implied without being expressed explicitly.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Tacit knowledge"

Explanation:

Refers to knowledge that is difficult to express or put into words, often acquired through experience and practice rather than formal teaching or instruction.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "tacit" with "tactic."

Explanation:

While the two words sound similar, "tacit" relates to unspoken or implied understanding, whereas "tactic" refers to a specific plan or strategy.