Indeed
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈdiːd/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Indeed is an adverb meaning (modal) Synonym of actually or truly.
Meaning
(modal) Synonym of actually or truly.
More Meanings
- (degree, after the adjective modified) In fact.
- Indicates agreement with another speaker's previous statement.
- (with interrogative intonation) Indicates doubt or disagreement with another speaker's previous statement.
Example Sentences
Indeed, he made several misplays.
Yes, I do indeed look very similar to you.
As a soccer player, he is terrible indeed.
She was like a Beardsley Salome, he had said. And indeed, she had the narrow eyes and the high cheekbone of that creature, and as nearly the sinuosity as is compatible with human symmetry. His wooing had been brief but incisive.
Word Forms
- indeedy
Synonyms for indeed
Depending on context, synonyms include absolutely, forsooth, indubitably, facts, fax, trufax.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include so, actually, very, truth, truthfully, truly.
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