indeed

American  

[in-deed] / ɪnˈdid /

adverb

1. in fact; in reality; in truth; truly (used for emphasis, to confirm and amplify a previous statement, to indicate a concession or admission, or, interrogatively, to obtain confirmation).

   Indeed, it did rain as hard as predicted. Did you indeed finish the work?

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interjection

1. (used as an expression of surprise, incredulity, irony, etc.).

   Indeed! I can scarcely believe it.

indeed British  

/ ɪnˈdiːd /

1. certainly; actually

   indeed, it may never happen

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adverb

1. (intensifier)

   that is indeed amazing

2. or rather; what is more

   a comfortable, indeed extremely wealthy family

interjection

1. an expression of doubt, surprise, etc

Etymology

Origin of indeed

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; originally phrase in deed

Example Sentences

"We're still whispering up the chain as much as we can to make sure that if they are indeed reviewing it, we can give input."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

To be clear, user-friendly design and usability principles have indeed transformed the world for the better in many ways, and to an incredible degree.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

Its AI quirks "might indeed be actually part of the appeal, as they make it funnier, more bizarre, and potentially more engaging -- even if prone to mockery and hate-watching".

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

And the shots of nature are very pretty indeed — the documentary might inspire you, once you’re done watching, or even sooner, to get off the couch and go into the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

I didn’t know that then—nor, indeed, that there was any new future to prepare for in a life as humdrum and predictable as mine.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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