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

All indications suggest that Trump’s dictatorial presidency will begin by targeting those groups and individuals who are “the enemy” on day one.

From Salon

"There are some indications that this kind of leadership could be contagious, with a leader's volatility fostering volatility in others," he says.

From Science Daily

President Xi Jinping himself attended the inauguration of the Chancay port on the Peruvian coast this week, an indication of just how seriously China takes the development.

From BBC

Although they were not found to be effective for that indication, the clinical trials demonstrated their safety.

From Science Daily

Was their support for Trump an indication of their racism, misogyny, or anti-immigrant bigotry?

From Salon

Related Words

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