indeed

adverb

in·​deed in-ˈdēd How to pronounce indeed (audio)
1
: without any question : truly, undeniably
often used interjectionally to express irony or disbelief or surprise
2
: in reality
3
: all things considered : as a matter of fact

Examples of indeed in a Sentence

I know that you can indeed do better than that. that is not merely a reason, but is indeed the entire point
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But Morten played for England as a goalkeeper the following year, making his debut — and indeed his final appearance — at the age of 41. Michael Cox, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025 Martin's story is indeed pretty remarkable without embellishment. Esther Zuckerman, Time, 6 Sep. 2025 The debate may indeed seem frivolous and one of luxury to many, but come next May, MIA will take it up a notch. Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025 If, indeed, all federal buildings were to be done in the manner of nineteenth-century courthouses—well, worse things are happening. Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for indeed

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of indeed was in the 14th century

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“Indeed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indeed. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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indeed

adverb
in·​deed in-ˈdēd How to pronounce indeed (audio)
: without any question : truly, certainly
often used interjectionally to express disbelief or surprise

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