indicate

verb
UK: /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/
US: /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/

  1. To point out or show something.

    1. The arrow will indicate the path. [ ] [ ]
    2. Studies indicate a connection between sleep and brain functions. [ ] [ ]

  2. To state or express briefly.

    1. Indicate your choice on the form. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please indicate whether you will attend the meeting next week. [ ] [ ]

  3. To be a sign or symptom of something.

    1. Dark clouds indicate rain. [ ] [ ]
    2. These statistics indicate a decline in the economy this year. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

point out imply show reveal suggest specify

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "indicate" in English means: To point out or show something., To state or express briefly., To be a sign or symptom of something..

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

Synonyms for "indicate": point out, imply, show, reveal, suggest, specify.

Example usage of "indicate": "The arrow will indicate the path.". More examples on the page.