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indication

[ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃn]

indication Definition

  • 1a sign or piece of information that indicates something
  • 2the degree to which a substance responds to a particular chemical or physical test

Using indication: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "indication" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The doctor saw no indication of a serious problem.

  • Example

    There were clear indications that the company was in financial trouble.

  • Example

    The test gave an indication of the presence of a certain chemical.

  • Example

    The stock market's performance is often seen as an indication of the overall economy.

indication Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for indication

Antonyms for indication

Phrases with indication

  • to provide a sign or piece of information that suggests something

    Example

    The survey results give an indication of how people feel about the new policy.

  • a sign that someone is interested in something, often used in business contexts

    Example

    The company received several indications of interest from potential buyers.

  • indication of compromise

    a signal that a computer system has been hacked or infiltrated by an attacker

    Example

    The IT department detected an indication of compromise and immediately took action to secure the system.

Origins of indication

from Latin 'indicatio', meaning 'a proclaiming'

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Summary: indication in Brief

An 'indication' [ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃn] is a sign or piece of information that suggests something. It can refer to physical or abstract concepts, such as a medical condition or the state of the economy. Examples include 'The doctor saw no indication of a serious problem.' and 'The stock market's performance is often seen as an indication of the overall economy.'

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