tacit understanding; secret agreement
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
tacit; in unspoken agreement
neutralOften describes smooth teamwork or a deep understanding between people, such as partners, teammates, or friends, where no explicit communication is needed.
The two of them cooperate with great默契, understanding each other with just a glance.
This team's transition between offense and defense is very默契.
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Years of collaboration have fostered a rare默契 between them.
noun
secret agreement; tacit pact
neutralRefers to a private, often unofficial, agreement between parties, which may not be legally binding but is understood by those involved. Can have a slightly negative connotation if related to collusion.
There seems to be some political默契 between the leaders of the two countries.
According to their previous默契, the profits are split fifty-fifty.
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This kind of unspoken rule within the industry is actually an unwritten默契.