26984 words

indicate

6 definitions • 11 examples
1
to show, point, or make clear in another way:

Examples:

[ + question word ] Please indicate which free gift you would like to receive.
[ + (that) ] She indicated to me (that) she didn't want me to say anything.
2
to show other road users that you intend to turn left or right when you are driving a vehicle
3
When a device indicates a value or change, it signals it:
4
to suggest something as being suitable:

Examples:

Antihistamine is indicated for this patient as a treatment for her allergies.
humorous I'm so hot and tired - I think a long cool drink is indicated!
5
to show or signal a direction or warning, or to make something clear:

Examples:

[ T ] These statistics might indicate quality problems.
[ + that clause ] She did not move or indicate that she had heard him.
6
to show something, point to something, or make something clear:

Examples:

indicate sth to sb Retailers should indicate to the consumer the exact weight of the produce.
The scheme will be subject to the modification indicated in paragraph 7.2 above.
indicate that The report indicates that the new car market has increased by 1.4%.

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