Implicit Bias Vocabulary

adjective implied though not plainly expressed; inherent or understood without being directly stated

• The contract contained an implicit agreement that the terms would be followed.
• She didn't say it directly, but there was an implicit understanding between them.
• Even though he didn't say it out loud, his implicit message was clear.
• The painting's meaning was implicit, requiring the viewer to interpret its message.

noun a statement, action, or incident regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group

• The professor addressed the issue of microaggression in the workplace during the seminar.
• She didn't realize her comment was a microaggression towards her coworker.
• I can't stand when people make those subtle microaggressions.
• His constant criticism felt like a series of microaggressions.