Synonyms for

Indicated

Verb / ˈɪndʌˌkeɪtʌd / / ˈɪndʌˌkeɪtɪd / Another word for indicated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to show, point out, or suggest something

Synonyms & similar words

indicate signal designate argue suggest betoken point show contraindicate bespeak showed signaled displayed revealed demonstrated denoted implied suggested hinted expressed conveyed communicated told noted specified designated identified marked flagged

Synonyms by register

Formal

suggested signaled demonstrated pointed out

Informal

showed hinted at pointed to meant

Literary

betokened foreshadowed signified

Antonyms

concealed hidden obscured suppressed unrevealed unspecified unmentioned

Common collocations

  • indicated that
  • indicated a need
  • indicated the presence
  • indicated the cause
  • indicated improvement
  • indicated a rise
  • indicated a decline

Word family

noun indication
verb indicate
adjective indicative
adverb indicatively

Usage note

Often used to describe symptoms, signs, or data that point to a particular conclusion or condition. Be mindful of the context; 'indicated' can imply a direct suggestion or a more subtle hint.

Example sentences

  1. The sign indicated that the store was closed.
  2. The map indicated that we were lost.
  3. The doctor indicated that the patient needed surgery.
  4. The teacher indicated that the homework was due tomorrow.
  5. The weather report indicated that it would rain all day.

Quotes

  • Great dreams of great dreamers are always accompanied by great indicators.
  • The most reliable indicator of a future success is past success.
  • Life is the best indicator of success, and if life is going well, success is sure to follow.

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