Indicate (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), in·di·cat·ed, in·di·cat·ing.
  1. to be a sign of; betoken; evidence; show: His hesitation really indicates his doubt about the venture.
  2. to point out or point to; direct attention to: to indicate a place on a map.
  3. to show, as by measuring or recording; make known: The thermometer indicates air temperature.
  4. to state or express, especially briefly or in a general way; signal: He indicated his disapproval but did not go into detail.
  5. Medicine/Medical.
    • (of symptoms) to point out (a particular remedy, treatment, etc.) as suitable or necessary.
    • to show the presence of (a condition, infection, etc.).
verb (tr)
  1. to be or give a sign or symptom of; imply
  2. to point out or show
  3. to state briefly; suggest
  4. (of instruments) to show a reading of
  5. to recommend or require
Indicate (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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