indication

[ in-di-key-shuhn ]

noun

1. anything serving to indicate or point out, as a sign or token.

   Synonyms: intimation, portent, hint

2. Medicine/Medical. a special symptom or the like that points out a suitable remedy or treatment or shows the presence of a disease.
3. an act of indicating.
4. the degree marked by an instrument.

indication

/ ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃən /

noun

1. something that serves to indicate or suggest; sign

   an indication of foul play

2. the degree or quantity represented on a measuring instrument or device
3. the action of indicating
4. something that is indicated as advisable, necessary, or expedient

Other Words From

• rein·di·cation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of indication¹

First recorded in 1535–45, indication is from the Latin word indicātiōn- (stem of indicātiō ). See indicate, -ion

Example Sentences

But three days on from the Australia mauling, Gatland said he has had no indication from anybody that he would not be in charge beyond the upcoming game against the Springboks.

From BBC

However, no formal indication was provided in the care plans as to the level of assistance Mrs Thompson required for personal care.

From BBC

But two US officials said initial indications suggested Russia had intercepted just two missiles out of around eight fired by Ukraine.

From BBC

The outcome was the latest indication of a rightward shift in the reliably blue state, which saw a number of surprising results from the Nov. 5 election.

From Los Angeles Times

In a town hall last year sponsored by News Nation, Kennedy complained that “experts” often end up on opposite sides of a debate, which he took as an indication that they shouldn’t be believed.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• explanation
• expression
• gesture
• hint
• implication
• inkling
• manifestation
• omen
• proof
• reminder
• sign
• signal
• suggestion
• symptom
• trace
• warning