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Definition of indicative adjective from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

      

    indicative

     adjective
    adjective
    NAmE//ɪnˈdɪkət̮ɪv//
     
     
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  1. 1[not usually before noun] indicative (of something) (formal) showing or suggesting something Their failure to act is indicative of their lack of interest. AWL Collocationsindicateindicate verb
    • data, evidence
    • finding, result
    • study
    • analysis, research
    The data indicate that UVA radiation exerts harmful effects on these organisms.
    • correlation
    • difference
    Comparison of color intensity with lead concentration indicated no correlation.
    • presence
    • willingness
    • preference
    • extent
    • importance
    Field studies indicate the importance of feathers in nest linings.
    • clearly
    • strongly
    • reliably
    • (not) necessarily
    These two examples clearly indicate that the potential incomes from market gardening are considerable.
    • otherwise
    Unless otherwise indicated, information presented in the article is based on interviews.indication noun
    • clear
    • strong
    • reliable
    • slight
    • early, preliminary
    • outward
    There are strong indications that the situation is changing.
    • give, offer, provide, yield
    • reveal, show
    • find
    • see
    Red markings at the top of the gauge give an easy indication that water levels are too high.
    • point to
    • suggest
    All indications point to the fact that we have to address the issue as quickly as possible.indicative adjective
    • strongly
    • (not) necessarily
    Heavy snoring and periods of stopped breathing are strongly indicative of sleep apnea.indicator nouna sign that shows you what something is like or how a situation is changing
    • accurate, reliable
    • unreliable
    • key
    Brand awareness is a key indicator of a brand's strength.
    • economic, macroeconomic
    • socioeconomic
    • behavioral
    • performance
    Living standards, defined by economic indicators such as wages, increased steadily.
    • point to, signal, suggest
    According to the report, there are currently no indicators suggesting this trend will change in the short-term.
  2. 2[only before noun] (grammar) stating a fact
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