Indeed

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdid/

Definitions of indeed

adverb indeed is an adverb that is used to emphasize a statement or response, indicating that something is true or correct

Example Sentences

A1 She is indeed a very kind person.

A2 I am indeed looking forward to the party.

B1 The results of the experiment were indeed surprising.

B2 The new software is indeed much faster than the old version.

C1 His expertise in the field is indeed impressive.

C2 The concert was indeed a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Examples of indeed in a Sentence

formal The evidence presented in the report does indeed support the hypothesis.

informal I did indeed see your message, I just haven't had a chance to respond yet.

slang That movie was indeed lit, I can't wait to watch it again.

figurative Her smile was indeed a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.

Grammatical Forms of indeed

• past tense: indeed
• plural: indeeds
• comparative: more indeed
• superlative: most indeed
• present tense: indeed
• future tense: will indeed
• perfect tense: have indeed
• continuous tense: is indeed
• singular: indeed
• positive degree: indeed
• infinitive: to indeed
• gerund: indeeding
• participle: indeeded

Origin and Evolution of indeed

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'indeed' originated from the Middle English phrase 'in dede', which means 'in fact' or 'truly'. It was derived from the Old English word 'in dǣd', which has a similar meaning.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'indeed' has retained its original meaning of expressing agreement or confirmation. It is commonly used in modern English to emphasize a statement or to show agreement with a previous statement.