Definite
Definite adjective - So clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning.
Usage example: a definite instruction not to let anyone in the house while the parents were out for the evening
Implied
Implied adjective - Understood although not put into words.
Both words in one sentence
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Faith is heavily implied to be in love with Buffy, but the only definite thing is said by a villain (impersonating another villain).
Source: Hide Your Lesbians - While it has definite comedic moments, it is not nearly the action comedy that the trailers implied it would be, thanks to the Halfway Plot Switch.
Source: Never Trust A Trailer / Film -
Also, while still heavily implied dead in the novel, Stapleton himself is given a much more definite death scene, likely as some catharsis for the former act.
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