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in·deed
 indeed
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- pronunciation:
- ihn
did
- parts of speech:
- adverb, interjection
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adverb |
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When someone says "indeed," they are saying that there is no doubt about something. They are saying it is certainly true. "Indeed" is often used when someone's meaning is "Yes, that thing that people wondered about IS true."
He had indeed stolen the diamond, but the police could never prove it.She does indeed like you! Why do you think she doesn't?Marina is a great swimmer. Indeed, she is the best swimmer the team has ever had.- synonyms:
- actually, certainly, really
- similar words:
- definitely
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| related words: |
absolutely, even, really |
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| part of speech: |
interjection |
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"Indeed!" is sometimes used to express strong doubt, disagreement, or surprise about something. Sometimes, though, it's used to express strong agreement.
He thinks he can play chess better than me?! Indeed! I'm twice as good as he is!You say it's difficult. Indeed! In fact, I think it's impossible.- synonyms:
- really
- similar words:
- oh
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