INDICATES Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

indicates

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present tense third-person singular of indicate

as in means

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 implies

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 indicates And the evidence introduced by Utah County prosecutors indicates Kirk was the lone target, according to the defense filing. — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The latest polling released Wednesday indicates Wisconsin‘s new Democratic gubernatorial nominee holds a fighting chance at keeping the governor’s seat blue in November. — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 12 Aug. 2026 The federal indictment indicates that on or about the date the overpayment was deposited, Cherfilus-McCormick sent her brother a text message with a screenshot of the account’s $5 million balance. — Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026 The office says that preliminary investigation indicates that his death was consistent with blunt force head injuries due to the crash. — Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 Summary Stanford University research indicates AI isn't causing widespread job displacement, but entry-level workers face growing challenges. — Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 One report indicates that several of the devices are installed in Oxon Hill, Maryland, and the company’s predecessor technology appears on an official New York state contract price list. — Nicole M. Bennett, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026 Daily Cardio Load indicates how much to push your workouts each day to make progress in training without burning out. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026 Related Stories First-party data also indicates that 30% of the seasons’ viewership came from phones and tablets, one of Peacock’s biggest mobile audiences ever. — Selome Hailu, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026

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Verb

To travel well often means opening yourself up to discomfort or difference, which inherently means a willingness to make a fool of yourself.

— Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2026
In China, anyone who holds a position of authority is almost certainly a party member, and being kicked out of the party means the end of one’s political career.

— Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of means

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Including academics in a paper like this typically implies greater credibility and the impartiality of an outside research institution, but the waters are a little muddier here.

— Emily Forlini, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026
Its price target of $40, up from $37, implies upside of more than 35%.

— Fred Imbert, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of implies

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In astronomy, an extremely red object frequently denotes a lot of dust, which can obscure its true nature.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 12 Aug. 2026
The first number after IP denotes the case’s level of protection against solid objects such as dirt and dust, ranging from one to six.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of denotes

Verb

Some popular advice suggests parents on appetite-suppressing medication simply not talk about it or offer vague statements about taking care of their health.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
In a time when destinations are trying to achieve their tourism sustainability goals with master plans, Chichibu suggests there might be a different way.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of suggests

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Research hints that this precipitous drop in estrogen may affect how our brains age.

— Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026
While the former Texas standout had some decent moments during Saturday’s practice, his second week of practice doubled down on a lackluster first week, and hints that his confidence might be shaken.

— Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 9 Aug. 2026

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