indication

[in-di-key-shuhn]

noun

1. anything serving to indicate or point out, as a sign or token.

   Synonyms: portent, intimation, hint

2. Medicine/Medical.,  a special symptom or the like that points out a suitable remedy or treatment or shows the presence of a disease.

3. an act of indicating.

4. the degree marked by an instrument.

indication

/ ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃən /

noun

1. something that serves to indicate or suggest; sign

   an indication of foul play

2. the degree or quantity represented on a measuring instrument or device

3. the action of indicating

4. something that is indicated as advisable, necessary, or expedient

Other Word Forms

• reindication noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of indication¹

First recorded in 1535–45, indication is from the Latin word indicātiōn- (stem of indicātiō ). See indicate, -ion

Example Sentences

It's just one of the many indications that achieving the manufacturing revival promised by the president is likely to be far more difficult than the White House has claimed.

From BBC

"He was relatively young and normal, there was nothing to suggest this guy was starting to look violent. We never got any indication he was aware of us."

From BBC

There was no indication she was on site.

From Los Angeles Times

There is no indication a third or a quarter of that money will be spent in L.A., and the Senate version of the bill earmarks only $53 million for West L.A.,

From Los Angeles Times

There are some indications already that Delhi has been actively working to expedite other trade pacts.

From BBC

Related Words

• explanation 
• expression 
• gesture 
• hint 
• implication 
• inkling 
• manifestation 
• omen 
• proof 
• reminder 
• sign 
• signal 
• suggestion 
• symptom 
• trace 
• warning