- Today's Word
Tacit
Tacit
TASS-it
Definition
(adjective) Understood or implied without being stated; unspoken but recognized.
Example
There was a tacit agreement among the siblings not to bring up the topic during dinner.
Word Origin
From Latin tacitus, meaning “silent” or “unspoken.”
Fun Fact
Tacit communication is one of the most powerful forms of human connection. A nod, a glance, a shared pause—all can signal understanding without a word. In law and ethics, tacit consent refers to approval inferred from actions rather than explicit statements. The word captures the subtlety of meaning that lives between the lines, where silence often speaks loudest.