Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdɪkətɪv/
noun a mood of verbs expressing simple statement of fact
A1 In this exercise, using gestures is indicative of understanding.
A2 The student's body language was indicative of nervousness during the presentation.
B1 The rise in unemployment rates is indicative of an economic downturn.
B2 The sudden drop in temperature is indicative of an approaching storm.
C1 The company's profit margins are indicative of successful business strategies.
C2 The artist's use of color and light is indicative of their unique style.
adjective serving as a sign or indication of something
A1 The weather forecast is indicative of rain later today.
A2 His body language was indicative of nervousness during the interview.
B1 The survey results are indicative of a shift in consumer preferences.
B2 The increase in sales is indicative of the company's successful marketing strategy.
C1 The decrease in crime rates is indicative of improved community policing.
C2 The data collected from the experiment is indicative of a significant breakthrough in the field of science.
formal The data collected is indicative of a larger trend in consumer behavior.
informal Her reaction was indicative of how much she enjoyed the movie.
slang His choice of clothing is indicative of his laid-back personality.
figurative The storm clouds gathering overhead were indicative of the impending bad weather.
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