Implication【n.】
1. something that is suggested or indirectly stated含意;暗指
The implication of her statement was that she didn't believe him.
她的话的言外之意是她不相信他。
He smiled, but the implication was that he didn't agree.
他笑了,但言外之意是他不同意。
2. a possible effect or result of an action or a decision可能的影响(或结果)
Climate change has global implications for future generations.
气候变化对后代有全球性的影响。
This decision carries significant implications for our company.
这个决定对我们公司有重大影响。
3. the fact of being involved, or of involving somebody, in something, especially a crime牵涉;牵连(尤指罪行)
The investigation revealed his implication in the fraud.
调查显示他涉嫌欺诈。

