Synonyms for

Indicating

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

Definition

To show or suggest that something exists or is true.

Synonyms & similar words

point suggest contraindicate designate indicate signal bespeak show argue betoken showing displaying demonstrating revealing expressing denoting signifying implying symbolizing representing betokening evidencing manifesting proving reflecting marking designating exemplifying

Synonyms by register

Formal

signifying denoting manifesting demonstrating

Informal

showing pointing to suggesting hinting at

Literary

betokening portending foreshadowing

Antonyms

concealing hiding obscuring masking veiling disguising

Common collocations

  • indicating a problem
  • indicating a trend
  • indicating the way
  • indicating success
  • indicating a need
  • indicating that
  • indicating symptoms

Word family

noun indication
verb indicate
adjective indicative
adverb indicatively

Usage note

The word 'indicating' is often used in formal contexts to describe signs or signals. Be mindful of using it in place of simpler verbs like 'showing' in casual conversation.

Example sentences

  1. The blinking light on the dashboard is indicating that the car needs an oil change.
  2. The teacher is indicating the correct answer with a green checkmark.
  3. The dark clouds are indicating that it might rain soon.
  4. The thermometer is indicating that it's freezing outside.
  5. The red light on the stove is indicating that the burner is still hot.

Quotes

  • The eyes are the windows of the soul, and they are indicating through their expression the states of the heart hidden beneath.
  • The principal use of the indicative mood is to express ordinary, objective statements of fact. The indicative mood may be said to be the mood of reality, indicating what truly is.
  • Our actions are like ships which we may watch set out to sea, and not know when or with what cargo they will return to port, but indicating our sympathies and preferences, and often making a bet as to their outcome.

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