indeed

adverb
UK: /ɪnˈdiːd/
US: /ɪnˈdiːd/

  1. Used to emphasize a statement or answer.

    1. It is hot indeed. [ ] [ ]
    2. The house was a long way from town, indeed a very long way. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to express surprise, interest, or disagreement.

    1. “Did you win?” “I did indeed!” [ ] [ ]
    2. Indeed that's the reason why I'm not going to the concert with you. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

certainly truly really absolutely yes actually surely
indeed interjection

  1. Used to show that you are not only agreeing with someone but also adding to what they have said.

    1. “It was a good game.” “Indeed, it was.” [ ] [ ]
    2. The Olympics were a great success, indeed a triumph for the organizers. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "indeed" in English means: Used to emphasize a statement or answer., Used to express surprise, interest, or disagreement..

The phonetic transcription of "indeed" is /ɪnˈdiːd/ in British English and /ɪnˈdiːd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "indeed": certainly, truly, really, absolutely, yes, actually, surely.

Example usage of "indeed": "It is hot indeed.". More examples on the page.