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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The inefficient conversion method provides further evidence that this was indeed a theft rather than a legitimate holder diversifying their portfolio. Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025 If all four do indeed start, that still gives Florida only four starters among the 68 Power 4 schools. Manny Navarro, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025 All of these objectives were indeed met during the flight, according to Atmos. Mike Wall, Space.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Civility is, indeed, a lost art in today’s world and needs to be brought back in use. Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 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 3 May. 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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