The adjective explicit<span> means direct, clearly expressed, readily observable, or laid out in full. The adverb form is </span>explicitly<span>. The adjective </span>implicit<span> means implied, unstated, or expressed indirectly. The adverb form is </span>implicitly<span>. Also see: Commonly Confused Words: Imply and Infer.</span>
stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
The definition of implicit refers to something that is suggested or implied but not ever clearly said. An example of implicit is when your wife gives you a dirty look when you drop your socks on the floor. "Implicit."
