indication
Americannoun
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anything serving to indicate or point out, as a sign or token.
- Synonyms:
- portent, intimation, hint
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Medicine/Medical. a special symptom or the like that points out a suitable remedy or treatment or shows the presence of a disease.
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an act of indicating.
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the degree marked by an instrument.
noun
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something that serves to indicate or suggest; sign
an indication of foul play
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the degree or quantity represented on a measuring instrument or device
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the action of indicating
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something that is indicated as advisable, necessary, or expedient
Other Word Forms
- reindication noun
Etymology
Origin of indication
First recorded in 1535–45, indication is from the Latin word indicātiōn- (stem of indicātiō ). See indicate, -ion
Example Sentences
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This brief glimpse of Daisy is another indication that there is more to come in the Mario movie franchise.
From Los Angeles Times
This included, but was not limited to, an indication of how old each of them might be, what their beliefs are, and what sort of job they might do.
From BBC
It’s yet another indication that the allure of AI-created content for paying customers has been vastly overestimated.
From Los Angeles Times
"But certainly all indications are right now we are in excellent, excellent shape."
From Barron's
However, there’s also no indication that Picnic_ant has been home recently.
From Literature
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