indeed
Americanadverb
interjection
adverb
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(intensifier)
that is indeed amazing
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or rather; what is more
a comfortable, indeed extremely wealthy family
interjection
Etymology
Origin of indeed
First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; originally phrase in deed
Explanation
Use the word indeed to add emphasis to a statement. Think if it as another way to say: "That's right," or "Oh, yeah." Are you seriously going to eat that entire chocolate cake? Indeed, I am. Indeed originates from the phrase in dede meaning "in fact, in truth." When you use the word indeed, you are underscoring that something is true. The word is also used when you want to introduce a point that's even truer than the last one you made. "Yes, I passed the test, and indeed, got the highest score in the class." In other words, it's a polite way to say, "Take that!"
Vocabulary lists containing indeed
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"When we track those test particles, we see they indeed fall right onto the surface of the star," Householder says.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 10, 2026
What Hegseth intends to do would indeed be shameful.
From Slate ● Oct. 9, 2026
"The haze issue is indeed at a worrying level. And I have personally contacted President Prabowo," Anwar said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
“It all comes down to valuation: We think that Firmus indeed has a compelling story. It just doesn’t have a compelling valuation,” said John Pearce, chief investment officer at Australian superannuation fund Unisuper.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
Looking straight into his eyes, she said, "I would read that book very carefully if I were you, Jeremy Thatcher. Very carefully indeed."
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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