tacit

The word “tacit” has 2 syllables: ta-cit

It's pronounced as /ˈtæsɪt/


What is synonym and antonym for tacit?

In the thesaurus, “tacit” has 4 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tacit along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for tacit

  • implicit
  • implied
  • indirect
  • unspoken

Antonyms for tacit

  • apparent
  • explicit
  • express
  • obvious
  • stated

Meanings of tacit

  • adjective
    1. Expressed in silence; implied, but not made explicit; silent.
    2. Not derived from formal principles of reasoning; based on induction rather than deduction.

Example Sentences

  • The team had a tacit agreement to prioritize collaboration over competition.
  • His tacit approval was evident through a nod of understanding during the meeting.
  • There was a tacit understanding among friends not to discuss certain sensitive topics.
  • The artist and curator shared a tacit understanding of the exhibition's theme.
  • By working silently side by side, they had a tacit agreement to focus on their tasks.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tacit, such as: apparent, explicit, express, implicit, implied, indirect, obvious.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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