Indeed

/ɪnˈdiːd/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
Used to emphasize a statement or response, often conveying agreement or confirmation.
It is indeed a beautiful day outside.
Used to introduce a further or stronger statement that confirms the previous one.
She is very talented; indeed, she has won several awards.
Used in a formal context to mean 'in fact' or 'in reality'.
The results are indeed surprising.
Used to express irony or sarcasm.
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

For sure
Are you coming to the party? Indeed!
Definitely
That was indeed a great movie!