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indication

[ in-di-key-shuhn ]

noun

  1. anything serving to indicate or point out, as a sign or token.

    Synonyms: , ,

  2. Medicine/Medical. a special symptom or the like that points out a suitable remedy or treatment or shows the presence of a disease.
  3. an act of indicating.
  4. the degree marked by an instrument.


indication

/ ˌɪԻɪˈɪʃə /

noun

  1. something that serves to indicate or suggest; sign

    an indication of foul play

  2. the degree or quantity represented on a measuring instrument or device
  3. the action of indicating
  4. something that is indicated as advisable, necessary, or expedient
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • i·徱·tDz noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of indication1

First recorded in 1535–45, indication is from the Latin word Ի徱پō- (stem of Ի徱پō ). See indicate, -ion
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Example Sentences

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Federal investigations were still trying to determine why authorities in Jalisco state took no action for years, despite indications that the cartel had been operating at the ranch since at least 2021.

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There are at least some indications that Democrats have learned the lesson this time.

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In fact, prior to the casual revelation of her Arsenal support in the aforementioned interview last April, there is little indication on the internet to suggest she is an avid follower.

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Already there are indications that Canada is looking more toward Europe as a reliable partner, rather than Trump's America – a move that is sure to irk the American leader.

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Sovereign credit ratings are an indication of a country's creditworthiness.

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