Kilo Lingo

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

.

Here "indeed" adds strength, meaning it was truly cold.

" ?" "Yes, ."

"Indeed" here means "yes, really" and is a strong agreement.

, .

Here "indeed" makes the point feel stronger.

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This word is part of lesson 20.