Meaning & Definition of word "Indeed"
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Indeed
/ɪnˈdiːd/
adverb:
- 1. Used to emphasize a statement or response, often conveying agreement or confirmation.
- Example: It is indeed a beautiful day outside.
- 2. Used to introduce a further or stronger statement that confirms the previous one.
- Example: She is very talented; indeed, she has won several awards.
- 3. Used in a formal context to mean 'in fact' or 'in reality'.
- Example: The results are indeed surprising.
- 4. Used to express irony or sarcasm.
- Example: He claims to be an expert, but his performance was indeed lacking.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'en d'eu' meaning 'in truth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
indeed it is:
A phrase used to confirm or agree with a statement.
indeed so:
An affirmative response to a question or statement.
as you say indeed:
Used to express agreement with someone else's statement.
Related Words
certainly:
Used to emphasize the truth or certainty of something.
truly:
In a truthful way; genuinely.
absolutely:
With no exception; completely.
Slang Meanings of indeed
Meaning: For sure
Example Sentence: Are you coming to the party? Indeed!
Meaning: Definitely
Example Sentence: That was indeed a great movie!