Explicit vs Implicit

Explicit vs Implicit

Explicit – to clearly express or communicate something without leaving any room for doubt

For e.g.:

1. The notice explicitly states that the last date for submission is October 5th.

2. The restaurant has an explicit rule of no pets.

Implicit – the opposite of explicit; to hint or suggest something without expressing it in clear terms

For e.g.:

1. Some temples in Kerala have an implicit rule that forbids non-Hindus from entering the premises.

2. Principal Chopra does not lock his chamber, as it is an implicit rule that no one will enter when he is not around.

Read the following sentences and fill in the blanks with the right word

1. The definition of ‘chaos’ has been _________ (explicitly/implicitly) stated in the text book.
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2. Most libraries have an _________ (explicit/implicit) rule of silence.
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3. The party manifesto has an _________ (explicit/implicit) Code of Conduct.
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4. It is an ________ (explicit/implicit) fact that as a maths lecturer, you know the Pythagoras Theorem.
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5. Gupta has some ________ (explicit/implicit) rules for his children during their holidays.
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