English / word
subtext
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
An underlying and often distinct theme in a piece of writing or conversation; the hidden meaning.
In context
01
The subtext of his speech suggested disagreement.
02
How do you navigate humor, irony, and cultural subtext when communicating in an acquired language?
Synonyms
underlying meaning,hidden meaning,implication
Antonyms
explicit message,surface meaning,overt statement
Collocations
emotional subtext,political subtext,read the subtext