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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Prince William is looking far more long-term at the viability, reputation and indeed existence of the monarchy. Janelle Ash , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2025 He indeed is known as a defensive stopper. Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2025 Between phone calls, Matilda did her usual internet checking and learned that the home, as assessed by the county for $280,000, was indeed free of liens, and the car, a 15-year-old Lincoln, was also unencumbered. Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025 The Football Bowl Subdivision may indeed be too big. Chris Vannini, New York Times, 11 Oct. 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 24 Oct. 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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