indeed
/ɪnˈdiːd/
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Translation
Used to add strength to what you say; really or truly.
Word origin
From the phrase in deed, meaning in real fact or in action.
- Origin
- Middle English
- Root
- in deed
Examples
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Here "indeed" adds strength, meaning it was truly cold.
" ?" "Yes, ."
"Indeed" here means "yes, really" and is a strong agreement.
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Here "indeed" makes the point feel stronger.
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