Pronunciation

/ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definitions

• Noun: A signal, sign, or hint pointing towards something; a piece of information that suggests or indicates a fact or situation. For example: “There were several indications that the project was going off track.”
  • Medical context: A physical symptom or a change that may suggest the presence of a disease or condition. Example: “The patient’s high fever is an indication for further testing.”
• Verb: (indicate) To point out, show, or make known indirectly or suggestively. Example: “The sales figures indicate a significant increase in demand.”

Phrases

• “Give an indication”: To provide some information or a clue about something. Example: “The survey results will give an indication of public opinion.”
• “No indication of”: To not have any sign or evidence suggesting something exists or will happen. Example: “There’s no indication of foul play in the incident.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her silence was an indication of her disapproval.”
• “His elevated heart rate was a clear indication that he had been exercising.”
• Verb: “The report indicates that consumer confidence has improved this quarter.”

Synonyms

• Signal
• Sign
• Hint
• Clue
• Token
• Pointer
• Suggestion
• Indication can also be used as a verb synonym for words like suggest, imply, or denote.