indication

noun

in·​di·​ca·​tion ˌin-də-ˈkā-shən 

1

a

: something that serves to indicate

b

: something that is indicated as advisable or necessary

2

: the action of indicating

indicational

ˌin-də-ˈkā-sh(ə-)nəl 

adjective

Synonyms

• clue
• cue
• hint
• inkling
• intimation
• lead
• suggestion

Examples of indication in a Sentence

Her evaluation will give me a good indication of where I stand in the class.

There were indications that he was thinking of changing jobs.

Recent Examples on the Web

Although all indications have been that Iran has sought to avoid escalation, there remained concerns that without a lasting ceasefire, violence could increase either intentionally or by accident. —Michael Lynch, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024

But the fact that its most high-profile phones are still powered by Qualcomm chipsets is an indication of what an incredibly specialized field this is. —Andrew Williams, WIRED, 7 Dec. 2024

More News: Vikings Star Defender Has Injury Status Confirmed Ahead of Falcons Matchup Goedert didn't participate in Friday's practice, which was an indication that the tight end would not play in Sunday's matchup. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024

Since the start of 2023, 62% of AI leases signed in the city have been for sublease space, Hart said, an indication of how the market has adapted since the pandemic. —Salvador Rodriguez, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing indication

• every indication

Kids Definition

indication

noun

in·​di·​ca·​tion ˌin-də-ˈkā-shən 

1

: the action of indicating

2

: something that indicates : sign, suggestion

Medical Definition

indication

noun

in·​di·​ca·​tion ˌin-də-ˈkā-shən 

1

a

: a symptom or particular circumstance that indicates the advisability or necessity of a specific medical treatment or procedure

postpartum hemorrhage is the chief indication for the use of ergot preparations and derivatives

—C. H. Thienes

b

: something that is indicated as advisable or necessary

in case of collapse the immediate indication is artificial respiration

—The Journal of the American Medical Association

2

: the degree indicated in a specific instance or at a specific time on a graduated physical instrument (as a thermometer)