Looking for the meaning of the word INDEED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of INDEED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Indeed
Speech Type: Adverb
Etymology:
Middle English: originally as in deed
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ɪnˈdiːd
Dialects: British English
Definition:
used to emphasize a statement or response confirming something already suggested
Short Definition:emphasizing statement of confirmation
Examples:- it was not expected to last long, and indeed it took less than three weeks
- ‘She should have no trouble hearing him.’ ‘No indeed.’
Definition:
used to introduce a further and stronger or more surprising point
Short Definition:introducing further point
Examples:- the idea is attractive to many men and indeed to many women
Definition:
used in a response to express interest, surprise, or contempt
Short Definition:expressing interest or surprise
Examples:- ‘A ghost indeed! I've never heard anything so silly.’
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