INDICATED Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

indicated

verb

past tense of indicate

as in denoted

to serve as a sign or symptom of his attitude seems to indicate that he has little interest in the project

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as in implied

to convey an idea indirectly her expression indicated that she was uncomfortably cold, but she was too polite to say so

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Recent Examples of indicated Gardiner will focus on using customer insights and data to strengthen the brand, accelerate customer acquisition and loyalty, and create a more personalized experience across stores and digital channels, the company indicated in a statement Monday. — David Moin, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026 The pilots did not inform air traffic controllers of any problems with the plane prior to landing, air traffic control audio indicated. — Maria Aguilar Prieto, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026 That said, the Ducks dominated more than the scoreline indicated. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026 Magdeburg, Germany — Early exit polls in Germany on Sunday indicated that the Alternative for Germany party has a strong lead in a regional election. — Anna Noryskiewicz, CBS News, 6 Sep. 2026 However, sources have also indicated that William and Kate Middleton were not nearly as happy. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 5 Sep. 2026 While earlier forecasts from the hurricane center indicated that Edouard could become a hurricane, the storm ran out of time over the Gulf. — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh indicated last week that the central bank is uncomfortable with the current rate of inflation, remarks investors interpreted to mean the Fed is likely to raise its key interest rate in response. — Rob Wile, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026 After Sunday’s game, manager John Schneider indicated the club was still considering all options. — Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicated

Verb

Notable injuries will be denoted for affected players but may not be updated immediately.

— Jake Ciely, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
In their view, the image separating the letters Π and Ι from Λ, Α, Τ and Ο denoted two separate words.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of denoted

Verb

But another frontier remains to be realized, one in which MU ascends from this fine plateau to make good on the sort of top-tier promise implied by the school’s now-enormous commitment to football.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026
Piker implied that Jews' support for Israel put them at risk of violence.

— Sam Gringlas, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of implied

Verb

This discovery meant that cherry juice as a performance supplement was born.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Ganiyu received about $671,438 from citizenship applicants through Zelle and Cash App, along with $287,830 in cash deposits that prosecutors say were meant to conceal the money’s source, according to court documents, the New York Post reported.

— Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of meant

Verb

Richardson’s trade request has remained intact throughout training camp and the preseason, but assistant GM Ed Dodds strongly hinted in mid-August that the Colts were intending to keep Richardson.

— James Boyd, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Nikki will be seeking a password, also hinted via social media, that will change nightly, from guests.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of hinted

Verb

The decision also signified the end of Adam’s time on the Northwestern.

— Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Aug. 2026
This theory gained more popularity after Swift was spotted out in London last month, debuting a fresh haircut which has historically signified a new era in the Taylor Swift Cinematic Universe.

— Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of signified

Verb

Glastonbury approved a 48-apartment project in June after extensive litigation, but has suggested that further legal action could take place before construction begins.

— Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026
Pegula suggested some of the friction may simply be newcomers learning those traditions.

— Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026

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