indicated

verb

past tense of indicate
1
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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2
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 The official, who spoke on behalf of the State Department on condition of anonymity, said Brazil has indicated the approval is likely to be delayed until after its election in October. — Abigail Williams, NBC news, 5 Aug. 2026 During a board meeting Tuesday, supervisors discussed a county survey that indicated limited public support for development in eastern Alameda County. — Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026 But October might be a bit sooner than Costco has indicated for its opening. — Rose Evans august 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Aug. 2026 Rodri has always indicated that Real Madrid is his preferred destination, and Barça also sees Rodri showing an interest in joining them as key for any potential pursuit. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 During the call, Fernandez indicated that CMA CGM still has eight of its vessels still trapped in the Persian Gulf due to the concerns over safety in the strait. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 4 Aug. 2026 The utility indicated previously its equipment may be involved. — ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026 According to Boras, Harris indicated the Tigers were not willing to go that far. — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 But the recall notice by importer Botticelli Foods indicated Walmart has known about the issue for over two weeks. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 3 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indicated
  1. denoted
  2. implied
  3. meant
  4. hinted
  5. signified
  6. suggested
Verb
  • Some basics of mRNA drugs Messenger RNA, or mRNA, is made of four building blocks denoted by the letters A, C, G and U.
    — Li Li, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026
  • See Pitchfork London’s latest schedule below; new additions are denoted with an asterisk.
    — Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of denoted
Verb
  • On Monday, general manager Brian Cashman implied the Tigers and Orioles asked for Lombard in potential deals for Tarik Skubal and Adley Rutschman, who were acquired by the Dodgers and Red Sox, respectively.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The investment bank downgraded the nation's largest retailer to perform from outperform, and removed its prior $140 price target on the stock, which implied 26% upside from Monday's close.
    — Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of implied
Verb
  • Having no motor drive meant constant manual tracking, which rules out long-exposure astrophotography of nebulae or galaxies.
    — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The minor issue meant that Marisa couldn’t pass on citizenship to her daughter or grandchildren.
    — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of meant
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  • And during Big Ten media week, Riley once again hinted that the Irish did not live up to their promises or statements.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
  • In his final remarks before leaving the protest camp at the Jantar Mantar observatory, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke hinted that his party was not going away.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Definition of hinted
Verb
  • The new ways of the parliament carried meaning and signified the beginning of a new era.
    — Lina Sergie Attar, Time, 6 Aug. 2026
  • For many, the night signified more than the conclusion of an awards show.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Definition of signified
Verb
  • Media reports have suggested however, that Ocalan’s conditions in his island prison off Istanbul will likely be improved, giving him broader visiting conditions and communication with the outside world.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Those same experts suggested that even with permanent approval, long-term oil drilling in the region also could be a high-stakes gamble.
    — Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of suggested

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