Indicate: meaning, definitions and examples

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indicate

[ ˈɪndɪkeɪt ]

^{Context #1}

communication

To point out or show something, to make something known or apparent

Synonyms

demonstrate, reveal, show

Examples of usage

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The map will indicate the location of the nearest hospital

^{Context #2}

sign

To serve as a sign or symbol of something

Synonyms

denote, imply, suggest

Examples of usage

Dark clouds often indicate an incoming storm
His silence indicated his disapproval

Translations

Translations of the word "indicate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 indicar

🇮🇳 संकेत करना (Sanket karna)

🇩🇪 anzeigen

🇮🇩 menunjukkan

🇺🇦 вказувати

🇵🇱 wskazywać

🇯🇵 指し示す (Sashishimesu)

🇫🇷 indiquer

🇪🇸 indicar

🇹🇷 belirtmek

🇰🇷 나타내다 (Natanada)

🇸🇦 تشير إلى (Tashir ila)

🇨🇿 označovat

🇸🇰 označovať

🇨🇳 指示 (Zhǐshì)

🇸🇮 kazati

🇮🇸 benda á

🇰🇿 көрсету

🇬🇪 მითითება (mititeba)

🇦🇿 göstərmək

🇲🇽 indicar

Word origin

The word 'indicate' originates from the Latin word 'indicare', which means to point out or show. It has been used in English since the 16th century. Over time, 'indicate' has become a commonly used word in various contexts, especially in communication and signs. The verb form of 'indicate' has evolved to represent the action of pointing out or showing something, while also implying or suggesting meanings through signs or symbols.