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.
And it’s unclear whether the Tigers will indeed trade him; rival executives’ expectations appear to be inconsistent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
Lamb is virtually guaranteed a victory in November, which means that Congress will indeed have more “cowboy hats and belt buckles.”
From Slate ● Jul. 23, 2026
Dates are saccharine — they’ve got rich, prominent notes of honey, caramel and warm vanilla, which are indeed delectable, yet can be pretty intense on the palate.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
Fast forward 16 months and Tuchel's analysis of his predecessor's side could indeed be applied to his team's 2-1 loss to Argentina.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
Altogether that made a good deal of traffic in and out of my small bedroom—smaller now indeed by nearly a yard.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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