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Definition of indication noun from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

    

indication

 noun
noun
NAmE//ˌɪndəˈkeɪʃn//
 
[countable, uncountable]
 
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 a remark or sign that shows that something is happening or what someone is thinking or feeling indication (of something) They gave no indication of how the work should be done. indication (of doing something) He shows every indication (= clear signs) of wanting to accept the job. indication (that…) There are clear indications that the economy is improving. All the indications are that the deal will go ahead as planned. Thesaurussign
  • indication
  • symptom
  • symbol
  • indicator
  • signal
These are all words for an event, an action, or a fact that shows that something exists, is happening, or may happen in the future.
  • sign an event, action, or fact that shows that something exists, is happening, or may happen in the future:Headaches may be a sign of stress.
  • indication (somewhat formal) a remark or sign that shows that something is happening or what someone is thinking or feeling:They gave no indication as to how the work should be done.
sign or indication?
  • An indication often comes in the form of something that someone says; a sign is usually something that happens or something that someone does.
  • symptom a change in your body or mind that shows that you are not healthy; a sign that something exists, especially something bad:A sore throat may be a symptom of an ear infection. The rise in inflation was just one symptom of the poor state of the economy.
  • symbol a person, an object, or an event that represents a more general quality or situation:The dove is a universal symbol of peace.
  • indicator (somewhat formal) a sign that shows you what something is like or how a situation is changing:the economic indicators Healthy skin is an indicator of overall well-being.
  • signal an event, an action, or a fact that shows that something exists, is happening, or may happen in the future:This latest decision is a signal of a major change in policy. Reducing prison sentences would send the wrong signals to criminals.
sign or signal?
  • Signal is often used to talk about an event, an action, or a fact that suggests to someone that they should do something. Sign is not usually used in this way:Reducing prison sentences would send the wrong signs to criminals.
Patterns
  • a(n) sign/indication/symptom/symbol/indicator/signal of something
  • a(n) sign/indication/symptom/indicator/signal that…
  • a clear sign/indication/symptom/symbol/indicator/signal
  • an obvious sign/indication/symptom/symbol/indicator
  • an early sign/indication/symptom/indicator/signal
  • an outward sign/indication/symbol
  • to give a(n) sign/indication/signal
 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.
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