Meaning & Definition of Indicative in English
English⟶
Indicative
/ɪndɪkətɪv/
noun
1. A mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact
synonym:
- indicative mood,
- indicative,
- declarative mood,
- declarative,
- common mood,
- fact mood
adjective
1. Relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple in declarative statements
- "Indicative mood"
synonym:
- indicative,
- declarative
2. (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly
- "Actions indicative of fear"
synonym:
- indicative,
- indicatory,
- revelatory,
- significative,
- suggestive