Definition of indicate in English:

indicate

verb ˈɪndɪkeɪtˈɪndəˌkeɪt

[with object]

1Point out; show.
指出，指示
dotted lines indicate the text's margins
虚线标出了正文的页边。
Example sentencesExamples
- To say that these figures indicate that the upward spiral of crime has halted is incorrect.
- The situation might be even worse than the figures indicate, the Commerce Ministry official said.
- Deviations from the concentrations listed there are indicated in the text.
- Figures indicate that landlords have been increasing rents in response to rent allowance limits set by health boards.
- Census figures released Friday indicate Indiana County's population has stayed virtually static at 89,605 residents.
- The figures indicate that the tabloid version has proved a hit with readers as it accounts for some 70% of all sales.
- Figures released indicate a 2% increase in unemployment in the south east.
- Don't you agree these figures indicate the significant economic impact of the arts?
- Other solutions used are indicated in the figure legends.
- But child mortality figures indicate many more private tragedies.
- The boxed text indicates the numbering and color-coding scheme.
- About six miles past the restaurant, we almost missed a partially hidden sign indicating Qalat Salah al-Din (Saladin's Castle).
- The sequences for the primers used are indicated by arrows in Figure 1.
- The other reality, though, is that the figures indicate that 6673 women with Irish addresses had abortions in Britain last year.
- Note that they do this in spite of the presence of signs indicating many of these doors are ‘designated no-smoking entrances.’
- Although the days of king coal and the smoky cities are long gone, census figures indicate manufacturing plays a significant role in the regional economy.
- Figures indicate the EU expects Ireland to resume its position as the Union's fastest-growing economy.
- In the archdiocese, the latest figures indicate there are 901 priests.
- All the experimental treatments and reproductive nodes that were harvested are indicated on the main figure.
- But figures indicate that it wreaked far greater damage on Russia's economy than the Nazi invasion and World War II.
Synonyms
designate, specify, stipulate
show
1. 1.1 Be a sign of; strongly suggest.
  显示，表明；强烈暗示
  sales indicate a growing market for such art
  销售额表明这种艺术的市场在不断扩大。
  with clause his tone indicated that he didn't hold out much hope
  他的语调表明他并不抱太大希望。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Evidence came to light indicating that the train drivers involved took all possible actions to reduce the serious nature of the accident.
  The proximity to Spinner Lane may indicate that some of the cottages could have housed spinsters.
  Sora's voice was starting to grow sore, indicated by its sudden raspy inflection.
  Nevertheless, he acknowledged the ‘market rebound’ as indicating a ‘growing’ consumer confidence here.
  These sales indicate that demand is strong for the smaller lot sizes of between 2.5 and ten acres but question the demand for larger industrial sites.
  Stress signals indicated that he needed to create a more balanced life, to keep divorce and a heart attack at bay.
  The somewhat watered down language of the resolutions is hardly threatening to Sudan, and doesn't indicate a strong political will to me.
  The turn out figures indicate something like 30-35 percent.
  The lower slope could indicate a stronger actomyosin bond in the slower muscle.
  His suave tone failed to indicate anything was wrong.
  Polynesian Megapodes appear to be monogamous, as indicated by their strong site- and partner-fidelity for extended periods.
  My eyes opened to find an exhausted James leaning over me, and the amount of sunlight streaming into the car indicated that it was well past dawn.
  I read the piece twice and tried to see the any sign that indicates such a victory for the insurgents but I failed in both trials.
  Market signs indicate this trend will continue to be important in the future.
  While I am not an expert on the property market, the above signs seem to indicate that returns on property going forward will, in general, be modest.
  Unless planets are afflicted in Leo, the sign usually indicates strong vitality and a healthy constitution.
  One source close to the meeting said the deal hasn't been signed yet and indicated a few more hurdles had to be overcome before there would be any white smoke.
  Every child who joins must sign a pledge indicating his or her intention to become better.
  Responses to these items indicate a strong enabling attitude in which the parent was taking a direct action.
  He pointed out that a recent Mori poll had indicated a strong future demand for the bank's core products.
  Synonyms
  demonstrate, show, point to, be a sign of, be evidence of, evidence, testify to, bear witness to, be a symptom of, be symptomatic of, denote, connote, mark, signal, signify, suggest, imply
  manifest, reveal, betray, evince, display, reflect, represent
  literary bespeak, betoken
2. 1.2 Mention indirectly or briefly.
  the president indicated his willingness to use force against the rebels
  总统简要表示了他使用武力平叛叛乱者的意愿。
  Example sentencesExamples
  May I indicate very briefly what the position was.
  May I just indicate briefly the background which is referred to in that affidavit.
  Salaried physicians indicated a greater willingness to engage in organizational citizenship behaviors.
  There follow fourteen chapters and a conclusion, the contents of which I will briefly indicate later.
  During the assessment phase, stakeholders who were surveyed indicated their willingness to form the national coalition.
  Sources close to the bus drivers have indicated that they could hold a series of one-day strikes if their demands are not met.
  And even the President indicated that he wasn't that keen.
  Let me briefly indicate why I do not find this standpoint natural.
  The timing of the announcement clearly indicated other concerns than simply improving relations with Iraq.
  Only if a 70-year-old driver indicated on their application form they had a problem with their health would they be required to take a medical exam.
  I mention this only to indicate I still have one toe clinging to current pop culture.
  She briefly indicates the conflicting written evidence that an historian investigating this incident must consider.
  The background, which I certainly was not aware of, has been indicated to me briefly.
  And as I mentioned, the pilot indicated that there was some sort of a mechanical problem.
  In the first two articles in this series I have briefly indicated some of the main currents of Nietzsche's thought.
  I've indicated to the President of the Senate in correspondence that my confidence in the Clerk is fast diminishing.
  The second phase eliminated all records that indicated a ‘missing value’ for the total amount borrowed variable.
  Store owners who were surveyed indicated their sales rose by 38 percent, worth $10 million per year.
  And there may be, as indicated by the president this morning, the possibility of additional troops.
  Since the union representing taxi drivers has indicated they would respect picket lines, a walkout would effectively shut down taxi service to the entire city.
  Synonyms
  state, declare, make (it) known, announce, communicate, mention, say, reveal, divulge, disclose, register, record, put it on record
  admit
  informal come out with
3. 1.3 Direct attention to (someone or something) by means of a gesture.
  （人）（以手势）示意
  he indicated Cindy with a brief nod of the head
  他点了点头向辛廸示意。
  Example sentencesExamples
  A good director would have cut some of the annoyingly repetitive and obvious gestures used to indicate character.
  The gesture indicated formal speech and authority and appears in pictorial representation of situations involving preaching, prophecy and command.
  And I don't know of any other handshape-based gestures indicating academic allegiance.
  These cadences were indicated by conventional gestures of the hand and fingers.
  Another gesture indicated a line on his rough map.
  West Yorkshire police officers had given chase after a Nissan Terrano they thought was towing a faulty trailer failed to pull over when they indicated to the driver.
  With a sweeping gesture, he indicated the entire sheet of grey, fuzzy static.
  Lee had gestured to indicate the kitchen and the rest of the house.
  Take a look around,’ he said with a gesture indicating the enclosed room, ‘No one else.’
  They will signal a passerby in with gestures indicating the offer of a cup of tea or something to eat.
  You make some gestures to indicate you've lost your handle for a moment; you turn away and get your grip.
  She swept her arm out in a grand gesture, indicating the land about them.
  With a more confident gesture, she indicated the bulletin board where they posted the listing and they moved toward it.
  Hand gestures to indicate the sighting of a hammerhead or a basking shark can easily be misunderstood if they are improvised at the last moment!
  He indicated a colossal towering figure, easily thirteen foot high, meandering towards us along the wide roads.
  From the moment that Schlag and trumps have been announced, players can use signals to indicate to their partner what cards they hold.
  She gave an all-encompassing gesture to indicate her surroundings.
  Synonyms
  point to, point out, gesture towards
4. 1.4 (of a gauge or meter) register a reading of (a quantity, dimension, etc.)
  （量表，仪表）显示（数量、尺寸等）
  an external tube is used to indicate fluid level
  Example sentencesExamples
  A ‘suspicion’ meter indicates the likelihood of your discovery and forces you to keep moving, keep your distance from guards and whatnot.
  Although the fuel gauge indicated a safe fuel state, the low-fuel light flickered.
  The winner was the lady who told the saddest life story as indicated by a sound meter measuring the volume of the audience's applause for each contestant.
  The activity LED will blink twice which indicates Speed Boost is enabled.
  The junction box has two meters indicating the voltage and load capacity readings.
  Again the camera meter will indicate a shutter speed and an aperture to give you an 18% grey object.
  Simple depth gauges measuring the maximum depths indicate some remarkably deep dives attained by shearwaters.
  Wouldn't a conscientious journalist blush to use the word success when the best available gauge indicates failure?
  LCD ‘hands’ point to stamped numbers along the perimeter of the computer's face indicating current speed, average speed and maximum speed.
  The fuel gauge indicated that the hovercar's tank was still half-full so that made it even more likely that it had crashed, rendering the boy unconscious.
  It could also be caused by the fact that the actual pressure at the nozzle is less than that indicated by the pressure gauge.
  The fuel gauges indicated between 180 and 190 pounds per side as we cleared the active runway.
  Estimates from tide gauges indicate that sea level has changed at the rate of 1.8 to 2.4 mm/yr over the last century.
  Start timing the process when the dial gauge indicates that the recommended pressure has been reached, or when the weighted gauge begins to jiggle or rock.
  The OAT gauge indicated we were at or slightly below freezing.
  If the meter indicates poor air/fuel ratio at idle, correct it by adjusting the idle-mixture screws.
  Projected display for portable sensor indicating the location of a detected hidden object behind a surface
  An LED display between the speedometer and tachometer indicates which gear the driver has chosen.
  Synonyms
  register, record, display, show, have as a reading, measure
2Suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.
暗示行动的可取（或必要）性
treatment for shock may be indicated
Example sentencesExamples
- Lamotrigine has been available since 1994 and is indicated as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in adults and children.
- An appropriate physical examination and necessary medically indicated investigation are clearly essential.
- If a wound becomes infected, oral or intravenous antibiotics might be indicated and should be chosen based on bacterial cultures.
- In patients with pulmonary hypertension, more frequent chest radiographs to assess catheter position may be indicated.
- Additional blood tests may be indicated in patients with more severe injuries.
- On the other hand, if systemic inflammation is responsible, then antiinflammatory therapy may be indicated.
- Insulin therapy also is indicated in patients with contraindications to antidiabetic medications.
- When an uncomplicated nasal fracture is suspected, plain radiography rarely is indicated.
- Further examination using colonoscopy may be indicated in individual patients.
- Occasionally, when confronted with unusual symptoms or signs that are refractory to standard therapy, referral may be indicated.
- If monitoring of the middle cerebral artery indicates anaemia, fetal blood sampling and intrauterine transfusion are indicated.
- For example, a detailed physical examination may be indicated in some cases.
- The other part of the schedule lists immunizations indicated and contraindicated by medical conditions.
- Preterm delivery may be indicated because of deterioration of maternal or fetal health, and obstetric complications may occur.
- If the memory loss is severe enough to warrant a diagnosis of dementia, then cholinesterase inhibitor therapy would be indicated.
- In some cases, complementary examinations such as bronchography, bronchoscopy, and cardiac catheterization may be indicated.
- Skin scraping, biopsy, or culture may be indicated if skin lesions are present.
Synonyms
advisable, desirable, recommended, suggested, desired, preferable, best, sensible, wise, commonsensical, prudent
appropriate, suitable
helpful, useful, effective, advantageous, beneficial, valuable, profitable, gainful, in someone's (best) interests
necessary, needed, required, called for, essential
3British no object (of a driver or motor vehicle) signal an intention to change lanes or turn using an indicator.
〈主英〉（司机，机动车辆）使用方向灯示意转向
Cal indicated and moved across the road
one car had indicated left but pulled out in front of him
Example sentencesExamples
- Moments before the crash, a retired PC watched a blue car indicate then pull out ahead and overtake a horse box.
- Quite a few drivers indicate left after leaving, and are already proceeding down the street.
- Sometimes they will indicate before moving, sometimes as they are moving and sometimes not at all.
- She then indicated to pull over to the side, stopped momentarily, but then drove on.
- To all the drivers behind, indicating to change lanes still means ‘accelerate to close the gap’.
- If that driver was indicating properly, which I see no reason to assume he wasn't, then the motorcyclist should never have attempted to overtake.
- So don't get mad when a driver does not indicate to go to the left lane; remember that he or she just might not be expert enough to disregard the Highway Code.
- A little red Volkswagen had situated itself to drive behind them, but the driver was mindless, having a blinking light on his car indicating he was turning left.
- Cars indicating to their left from the Dungarvan direction could as easily be going straight on past the junction through the slow lane, he said.
- Always indicate when changing lanes.

Origin

Early 17th century: from Latin indicat- 'pointed out', from the verb indicare, from in- 'towards' + dicare 'make known'.

index from Late Middle English:
In Latin index meant ‘forefinger, informer, sign’, Its second part is related to dicare ‘to make known’, also the source of indicate (early 17th century) and related words. The earliest uses in English refer to the finger that we would now usually call the index finger. Because this finger is used for pointing, index came to mean ‘a pointer’, either a physical one or some piece of knowledge that points to a fact or conclusion. And because a list of topics in a book points to their location in the text, publishers and scholars gave such a list the name index in the late 16th century.

Rhymes

syndicate, vindicate

Definition of indicate in US English:

indicate

verbˈɪndəˌkeɪtˈindəˌkāt

[with object]

1Point out; show.
指出，指示
dotted lines indicate the text's margins
虚线标出了正文的页边。
Example sentencesExamples
- Don't you agree these figures indicate the significant economic impact of the arts?
- To say that these figures indicate that the upward spiral of crime has halted is incorrect.
- The sequences for the primers used are indicated by arrows in Figure 1.
- All the experimental treatments and reproductive nodes that were harvested are indicated on the main figure.
- Other solutions used are indicated in the figure legends.
- Deviations from the concentrations listed there are indicated in the text.
- The situation might be even worse than the figures indicate, the Commerce Ministry official said.
- About six miles past the restaurant, we almost missed a partially hidden sign indicating Qalat Salah al-Din (Saladin's Castle).
- Figures indicate the EU expects Ireland to resume its position as the Union's fastest-growing economy.
- The boxed text indicates the numbering and color-coding scheme.
- The figures indicate that the tabloid version has proved a hit with readers as it accounts for some 70% of all sales.
- Census figures released Friday indicate Indiana County's population has stayed virtually static at 89,605 residents.
- But figures indicate that it wreaked far greater damage on Russia's economy than the Nazi invasion and World War II.
- But child mortality figures indicate many more private tragedies.
- Note that they do this in spite of the presence of signs indicating many of these doors are ‘designated no-smoking entrances.’
- Figures released indicate a 2% increase in unemployment in the south east.
- Although the days of king coal and the smoky cities are long gone, census figures indicate manufacturing plays a significant role in the regional economy.
- Figures indicate that landlords have been increasing rents in response to rent allowance limits set by health boards.
- The other reality, though, is that the figures indicate that 6673 women with Irish addresses had abortions in Britain last year.
- In the archdiocese, the latest figures indicate there are 901 priests.
Synonyms
designate, specify, stipulate
1. 1.1 Be a sign or symptom of; strongly imply.
  显示，表明；强烈暗示
  sales indicate a growing market for such art
  销售额表明这种艺术的市场在不断扩大。
  with clause his tone indicated that he didn't hold out much hope
  他的语调表明他并不抱太大希望。
  Example sentencesExamples
  While I am not an expert on the property market, the above signs seem to indicate that returns on property going forward will, in general, be modest.
  Market signs indicate this trend will continue to be important in the future.
  These sales indicate that demand is strong for the smaller lot sizes of between 2.5 and ten acres but question the demand for larger industrial sites.
  Every child who joins must sign a pledge indicating his or her intention to become better.
  Responses to these items indicate a strong enabling attitude in which the parent was taking a direct action.
  Sora's voice was starting to grow sore, indicated by its sudden raspy inflection.
  The lower slope could indicate a stronger actomyosin bond in the slower muscle.
  He pointed out that a recent Mori poll had indicated a strong future demand for the bank's core products.
  Evidence came to light indicating that the train drivers involved took all possible actions to reduce the serious nature of the accident.
  My eyes opened to find an exhausted James leaning over me, and the amount of sunlight streaming into the car indicated that it was well past dawn.
  The turn out figures indicate something like 30-35 percent.
  I read the piece twice and tried to see the any sign that indicates such a victory for the insurgents but I failed in both trials.
  Unless planets are afflicted in Leo, the sign usually indicates strong vitality and a healthy constitution.
  The proximity to Spinner Lane may indicate that some of the cottages could have housed spinsters.
  Polynesian Megapodes appear to be monogamous, as indicated by their strong site- and partner-fidelity for extended periods.
  Nevertheless, he acknowledged the ‘market rebound’ as indicating a ‘growing’ consumer confidence here.
  The somewhat watered down language of the resolutions is hardly threatening to Sudan, and doesn't indicate a strong political will to me.
  His suave tone failed to indicate anything was wrong.
  One source close to the meeting said the deal hasn't been signed yet and indicated a few more hurdles had to be overcome before there would be any white smoke.
  Stress signals indicated that he needed to create a more balanced life, to keep divorce and a heart attack at bay.
  Synonyms
  demonstrate, show, point to, be a sign of, be evidence of, evidence, testify to, bear witness to, be a symptom of, be symptomatic of, denote, connote, mark, signal, signify, suggest, imply
2. 1.2 Admit to or state briefly.
  简略承认；简要陈述
  the president indicated his willingness to use force against the rebels
  总统简要表示了他使用武力平叛叛乱者的意愿。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Since the union representing taxi drivers has indicated they would respect picket lines, a walkout would effectively shut down taxi service to the entire city.
  The timing of the announcement clearly indicated other concerns than simply improving relations with Iraq.
  Salaried physicians indicated a greater willingness to engage in organizational citizenship behaviors.
  May I indicate very briefly what the position was.
  Let me briefly indicate why I do not find this standpoint natural.
  I've indicated to the President of the Senate in correspondence that my confidence in the Clerk is fast diminishing.
  I mention this only to indicate I still have one toe clinging to current pop culture.
  Store owners who were surveyed indicated their sales rose by 38 percent, worth $10 million per year.
  May I just indicate briefly the background which is referred to in that affidavit.
  The second phase eliminated all records that indicated a ‘missing value’ for the total amount borrowed variable.
  The background, which I certainly was not aware of, has been indicated to me briefly.
  Sources close to the bus drivers have indicated that they could hold a series of one-day strikes if their demands are not met.
  There follow fourteen chapters and a conclusion, the contents of which I will briefly indicate later.
  And there may be, as indicated by the president this morning, the possibility of additional troops.
  Only if a 70-year-old driver indicated on their application form they had a problem with their health would they be required to take a medical exam.
  And as I mentioned, the pilot indicated that there was some sort of a mechanical problem.
  She briefly indicates the conflicting written evidence that an historian investigating this incident must consider.
  In the first two articles in this series I have briefly indicated some of the main currents of Nietzsche's thought.
  And even the President indicated that he wasn't that keen.
  During the assessment phase, stakeholders who were surveyed indicated their willingness to form the national coalition.
  Synonyms
  state, declare, make known, make it known, announce, communicate, mention, say, reveal, divulge, disclose, register, record, put it on record
3. 1.3 (of a person) direct attention to (someone or something) by means of a gesture.
  （人）（以手势）示意
  he indicated Cindy with a brief nod of the head
  他点了点头向辛廸示意。
  Example sentencesExamples
  She gave an all-encompassing gesture to indicate her surroundings.
  Another gesture indicated a line on his rough map.
  You make some gestures to indicate you've lost your handle for a moment; you turn away and get your grip.
  From the moment that Schlag and trumps have been announced, players can use signals to indicate to their partner what cards they hold.
  They will signal a passerby in with gestures indicating the offer of a cup of tea or something to eat.
  These cadences were indicated by conventional gestures of the hand and fingers.
  Lee had gestured to indicate the kitchen and the rest of the house.
  With a more confident gesture, she indicated the bulletin board where they posted the listing and they moved toward it.
  And I don't know of any other handshape-based gestures indicating academic allegiance.
  West Yorkshire police officers had given chase after a Nissan Terrano they thought was towing a faulty trailer failed to pull over when they indicated to the driver.
  With a sweeping gesture, he indicated the entire sheet of grey, fuzzy static.
  She swept her arm out in a grand gesture, indicating the land about them.
  Hand gestures to indicate the sighting of a hammerhead or a basking shark can easily be misunderstood if they are improvised at the last moment!
  He indicated a colossal towering figure, easily thirteen foot high, meandering towards us along the wide roads.
  Take a look around,’ he said with a gesture indicating the enclosed room, ‘No one else.’
  A good director would have cut some of the annoyingly repetitive and obvious gestures used to indicate character.
  The gesture indicated formal speech and authority and appears in pictorial representation of situations involving preaching, prophecy and command.
  Synonyms
  point to, point out, gesture towards
4. 1.4 (of a gauge or meter) register a reading of (a quantity, dimension, etc.).
  （量表，仪表）显示（数量、尺寸等）
  Example sentencesExamples
  LCD ‘hands’ point to stamped numbers along the perimeter of the computer's face indicating current speed, average speed and maximum speed.
  The fuel gauge indicated that the hovercar's tank was still half-full so that made it even more likely that it had crashed, rendering the boy unconscious.
  The activity LED will blink twice which indicates Speed Boost is enabled.
  An LED display between the speedometer and tachometer indicates which gear the driver has chosen.
  The fuel gauges indicated between 180 and 190 pounds per side as we cleared the active runway.
  It could also be caused by the fact that the actual pressure at the nozzle is less than that indicated by the pressure gauge.
  Estimates from tide gauges indicate that sea level has changed at the rate of 1.8 to 2.4 mm/yr over the last century.
  A ‘suspicion’ meter indicates the likelihood of your discovery and forces you to keep moving, keep your distance from guards and whatnot.
  Start timing the process when the dial gauge indicates that the recommended pressure has been reached, or when the weighted gauge begins to jiggle or rock.
  Projected display for portable sensor indicating the location of a detected hidden object behind a surface
  Again the camera meter will indicate a shutter speed and an aperture to give you an 18% grey object.
  The junction box has two meters indicating the voltage and load capacity readings.
  Simple depth gauges measuring the maximum depths indicate some remarkably deep dives attained by shearwaters.
  If the meter indicates poor air/fuel ratio at idle, correct it by adjusting the idle-mixture screws.
  The winner was the lady who told the saddest life story as indicated by a sound meter measuring the volume of the audience's applause for each contestant.
  Wouldn't a conscientious journalist blush to use the word success when the best available gauge indicates failure?
  Although the fuel gauge indicated a safe fuel state, the low-fuel light flickered.
  The OAT gauge indicated we were at or slightly below freezing.
  Synonyms
  register, record, display, show, have as a reading, measure
2Suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.
暗示行动的可取（或必要）性
the treatment is likely to be indicated in severely depressed patients
这种治疗对严重抑郁的病人来说可能很有必要。
Example sentencesExamples
- Further examination using colonoscopy may be indicated in individual patients.
- Skin scraping, biopsy, or culture may be indicated if skin lesions are present.
- For example, a detailed physical examination may be indicated in some cases.
- When an uncomplicated nasal fracture is suspected, plain radiography rarely is indicated.
- On the other hand, if systemic inflammation is responsible, then antiinflammatory therapy may be indicated.
- If a wound becomes infected, oral or intravenous antibiotics might be indicated and should be chosen based on bacterial cultures.
- Occasionally, when confronted with unusual symptoms or signs that are refractory to standard therapy, referral may be indicated.
- The other part of the schedule lists immunizations indicated and contraindicated by medical conditions.
- An appropriate physical examination and necessary medically indicated investigation are clearly essential.
- Lamotrigine has been available since 1994 and is indicated as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in adults and children.
- In patients with pulmonary hypertension, more frequent chest radiographs to assess catheter position may be indicated.
- Additional blood tests may be indicated in patients with more severe injuries.
- In some cases, complementary examinations such as bronchography, bronchoscopy, and cardiac catheterization may be indicated.
- If monitoring of the middle cerebral artery indicates anaemia, fetal blood sampling and intrauterine transfusion are indicated.
- Insulin therapy also is indicated in patients with contraindications to antidiabetic medications.
- Preterm delivery may be indicated because of deterioration of maternal or fetal health, and obstetric complications may occur.
- If the memory loss is severe enough to warrant a diagnosis of dementia, then cholinesterase inhibitor therapy would be indicated.
Synonyms
advisable, desirable, recommended, suggested, desired, preferable, best, sensible, wise, commonsensical, prudent

Origin

Early 17th century: from Latin indicat- ‘pointed out’, from the verb indicare, from in- ‘towards’ + dicare ‘make known’.

单词	indicate
释义	Definition of indicate in English: indicate verb ˈɪndɪkeɪtˈɪndəˌkeɪt [with object] 1Point out; show. 指出，指示 dotted lines indicate the text's margins 虚线标出了正文的页边。 Example sentencesExamples To say that these figures indicate that the upward spiral of crime has halted is incorrect. The situation might be even worse than the figures indicate, the Commerce Ministry official said. Deviations from the concentrations listed there are indicated in the text. Figures indicate that landlords have been increasing rents in response to rent allowance limits set by health boards. Census figures released Friday indicate Indiana County's population has stayed virtually static at 89,605 residents. The figures indicate that the tabloid version has proved a hit with readers as it accounts for some 70% of all sales. Figures released indicate a 2% increase in unemployment in the south east. Don't you agree these figures indicate the significant economic impact of the arts? Other solutions used are indicated in the figure legends. But child mortality figures indicate many more private tragedies. The boxed text indicates the numbering and color-coding scheme. About six miles past the restaurant, we almost missed a partially hidden sign indicating Qalat Salah al-Din (Saladin's Castle). The sequences for the primers used are indicated by arrows in Figure 1. The other reality, though, is that the figures indicate that 6673 women with Irish addresses had abortions in Britain last year. Note that they do this in spite of the presence of signs indicating many of these doors are ‘designated no-smoking entrances.’ Although the days of king coal and the smoky cities are long gone, census figures indicate manufacturing plays a significant role in the regional economy. Figures indicate the EU expects Ireland to resume its position as the Union's fastest-growing economy. In the archdiocese, the latest figures indicate there are 901 priests. All the experimental treatments and reproductive nodes that were harvested are indicated on the main figure. But figures indicate that it wreaked far greater damage on Russia's economy than the Nazi invasion and World War II. Synonyms designate, specify, stipulate show 1.1 Be a sign of; strongly suggest. 显示，表明；强烈暗示 sales indicate a growing market for such art 销售额表明这种艺术的市场在不断扩大。 with clause his tone indicated that he didn't hold out much hope 他的语调表明他并不抱太大希望。 Example sentencesExamples Evidence came to light indicating that the train drivers involved took all possible actions to reduce the serious nature of the accident. The proximity to Spinner Lane may indicate that some of the cottages could have housed spinsters. Sora's voice was starting to grow sore, indicated by its sudden raspy inflection. Nevertheless, he acknowledged the ‘market rebound’ as indicating a ‘growing’ consumer confidence here. These sales indicate that demand is strong for the smaller lot sizes of between 2.5 and ten acres but question the demand for larger industrial sites. Stress signals indicated that he needed to create a more balanced life, to keep divorce and a heart attack at bay. The somewhat watered down language of the resolutions is hardly threatening to Sudan, and doesn't indicate a strong political will to me. The turn out figures indicate something like 30-35 percent. The lower slope could indicate a stronger actomyosin bond in the slower muscle. His suave tone failed to indicate anything was wrong. Polynesian Megapodes appear to be monogamous, as indicated by their strong site- and partner-fidelity for extended periods. My eyes opened to find an exhausted James leaning over me, and the amount of sunlight streaming into the car indicated that it was well past dawn. I read the piece twice and tried to see the any sign that indicates such a victory for the insurgents but I failed in both trials. Market signs indicate this trend will continue to be important in the future. While I am not an expert on the property market, the above signs seem to indicate that returns on property going forward will, in general, be modest. Unless planets are afflicted in Leo, the sign usually indicates strong vitality and a healthy constitution. One source close to the meeting said the deal hasn't been signed yet and indicated a few more hurdles had to be overcome before there would be any white smoke. Every child who joins must sign a pledge indicating his or her intention to become better. Responses to these items indicate a strong enabling attitude in which the parent was taking a direct action. He pointed out that a recent Mori poll had indicated a strong future demand for the bank's core products. Synonyms demonstrate, show, point to, be a sign of, be evidence of, evidence, testify to, bear witness to, be a symptom of, be symptomatic of, denote, connote, mark, signal, signify, suggest, imply manifest, reveal, betray, evince, display, reflect, represent literary bespeak, betoken 1.2 Mention indirectly or briefly. the president indicated his willingness to use force against the rebels 总统简要表示了他使用武力平叛叛乱者的意愿。 Example sentencesExamples May I indicate very briefly what the position was. May I just indicate briefly the background which is referred to in that affidavit. Salaried physicians indicated a greater willingness to engage in organizational citizenship behaviors. There follow fourteen chapters and a conclusion, the contents of which I will briefly indicate later. During the assessment phase, stakeholders who were surveyed indicated their willingness to form the national coalition. Sources close to the bus drivers have indicated that they could hold a series of one-day strikes if their demands are not met. And even the President indicated that he wasn't that keen. Let me briefly indicate why I do not find this standpoint natural. The timing of the announcement clearly indicated other concerns than simply improving relations with Iraq. Only if a 70-year-old driver indicated on their application form they had a problem with their health would they be required to take a medical exam. I mention this only to indicate I still have one toe clinging to current pop culture. She briefly indicates the conflicting written evidence that an historian investigating this incident must consider. The background, which I certainly was not aware of, has been indicated to me briefly. And as I mentioned, the pilot indicated that there was some sort of a mechanical problem. In the first two articles in this series I have briefly indicated some of the main currents of Nietzsche's thought. I've indicated to the President of the Senate in correspondence that my confidence in the Clerk is fast diminishing. The second phase eliminated all records that indicated a ‘missing value’ for the total amount borrowed variable. Store owners who were surveyed indicated their sales rose by 38 percent, worth $10 million per year. And there may be, as indicated by the president this morning, the possibility of additional troops. Since the union representing taxi drivers has indicated they would respect picket lines, a walkout would effectively shut down taxi service to the entire city. Synonyms state, declare, make (it) known, announce, communicate, mention, say, reveal, divulge, disclose, register, record, put it on record admit informal come out with 1.3 Direct attention to (someone or something) by means of a gesture. （人）（以手势）示意 he indicated Cindy with a brief nod of the head 他点了点头向辛廸示意。 Example sentencesExamples A good director would have cut some of the annoyingly repetitive and obvious gestures used to indicate character. The gesture indicated formal speech and authority and appears in pictorial representation of situations involving preaching, prophecy and command. And I don't know of any other handshape-based gestures indicating academic allegiance. These cadences were indicated by conventional gestures of the hand and fingers. Another gesture indicated a line on his rough map. West Yorkshire police officers had given chase after a Nissan Terrano they thought was towing a faulty trailer failed to pull over when they indicated to the driver. With a sweeping gesture, he indicated the entire sheet of grey, fuzzy static. Lee had gestured to indicate the kitchen and the rest of the house. Take a look around,’ he said with a gesture indicating the enclosed room, ‘No one else.’ They will signal a passerby in with gestures indicating the offer of a cup of tea or something to eat. You make some gestures to indicate you've lost your handle for a moment; you turn away and get your grip. She swept her arm out in a grand gesture, indicating the land about them. With a more confident gesture, she indicated the bulletin board where they posted the listing and they moved toward it. Hand gestures to indicate the sighting of a hammerhead or a basking shark can easily be misunderstood if they are improvised at the last moment! He indicated a colossal towering figure, easily thirteen foot high, meandering towards us along the wide roads. From the moment that Schlag and trumps have been announced, players can use signals to indicate to their partner what cards they hold. She gave an all-encompassing gesture to indicate her surroundings. Synonyms point to, point out, gesture towards 1.4 (of a gauge or meter) register a reading of (a quantity, dimension, etc.) （量表，仪表）显示（数量、尺寸等） an external tube is used to indicate fluid level Example sentencesExamples A ‘suspicion’ meter indicates the likelihood of your discovery and forces you to keep moving, keep your distance from guards and whatnot. Although the fuel gauge indicated a safe fuel state, the low-fuel light flickered. The winner was the lady who told the saddest life story as indicated by a sound meter measuring the volume of the audience's applause for each contestant. The activity LED will blink twice which indicates Speed Boost is enabled. The junction box has two meters indicating the voltage and load capacity readings. Again the camera meter will indicate a shutter speed and an aperture to give you an 18% grey object. Simple depth gauges measuring the maximum depths indicate some remarkably deep dives attained by shearwaters. Wouldn't a conscientious journalist blush to use the word success when the best available gauge indicates failure? LCD ‘hands’ point to stamped numbers along the perimeter of the computer's face indicating current speed, average speed and maximum speed. The fuel gauge indicated that the hovercar's tank was still half-full so that made it even more likely that it had crashed, rendering the boy unconscious. It could also be caused by the fact that the actual pressure at the nozzle is less than that indicated by the pressure gauge. The fuel gauges indicated between 180 and 190 pounds per side as we cleared the active runway. Estimates from tide gauges indicate that sea level has changed at the rate of 1.8 to 2.4 mm/yr over the last century. Start timing the process when the dial gauge indicates that the recommended pressure has been reached, or when the weighted gauge begins to jiggle or rock. The OAT gauge indicated we were at or slightly below freezing. If the meter indicates poor air/fuel ratio at idle, correct it by adjusting the idle-mixture screws. Projected display for portable sensor indicating the location of a detected hidden object behind a surface An LED display between the speedometer and tachometer indicates which gear the driver has chosen. Synonyms register, record, display, show, have as a reading, measure 2Suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action. 暗示行动的可取（或必要）性 treatment for shock may be indicated Example sentencesExamples Lamotrigine has been available since 1994 and is indicated as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in adults and children. An appropriate physical examination and necessary medically indicated investigation are clearly essential. If a wound becomes infected, oral or intravenous antibiotics might be indicated and should be chosen based on bacterial cultures. In patients with pulmonary hypertension, more frequent chest radiographs to assess catheter position may be indicated. Additional blood tests may be indicated in patients with more severe injuries. On the other hand, if systemic inflammation is responsible, then antiinflammatory therapy may be indicated. Insulin therapy also is indicated in patients with contraindications to antidiabetic medications. When an uncomplicated nasal fracture is suspected, plain radiography rarely is indicated. Further examination using colonoscopy may be indicated in individual patients. Occasionally, when confronted with unusual symptoms or signs that are refractory to standard therapy, referral may be indicated. If monitoring of the middle cerebral artery indicates anaemia, fetal blood sampling and intrauterine transfusion are indicated. For example, a detailed physical examination may be indicated in some cases. The other part of the schedule lists immunizations indicated and contraindicated by medical conditions. Preterm delivery may be indicated because of deterioration of maternal or fetal health, and obstetric complications may occur. If the memory loss is severe enough to warrant a diagnosis of dementia, then cholinesterase inhibitor therapy would be indicated. In some cases, complementary examinations such as bronchography, bronchoscopy, and cardiac catheterization may be indicated. Skin scraping, biopsy, or culture may be indicated if skin lesions are present. Synonyms advisable, desirable, recommended, suggested, desired, preferable, best, sensible, wise, commonsensical, prudent appropriate, suitable helpful, useful, effective, advantageous, beneficial, valuable, profitable, gainful, in someone's (best) interests necessary, needed, required, called for, essential 3British no object (of a driver or motor vehicle) signal an intention to change lanes or turn using an indicator. 〈主英〉（司机，机动车辆）使用方向灯示意转向 Cal indicated and moved across the road one car had indicated left but pulled out in front of him Example sentencesExamples Moments before the crash, a retired PC watched a blue car indicate then pull out ahead and overtake a horse box. Quite a few drivers indicate left after leaving, and are already proceeding down the street. Sometimes they will indicate before moving, sometimes as they are moving and sometimes not at all. She then indicated to pull over to the side, stopped momentarily, but then drove on. To all the drivers behind, indicating to change lanes still means ‘accelerate to close the gap’. If that driver was indicating properly, which I see no reason to assume he wasn't, then the motorcyclist should never have attempted to overtake. So don't get mad when a driver does not indicate to go to the left lane; remember that he or she just might not be expert enough to disregard the Highway Code. A little red Volkswagen had situated itself to drive behind them, but the driver was mindless, having a blinking light on his car indicating he was turning left. Cars indicating to their left from the Dungarvan direction could as easily be going straight on past the junction through the slow lane, he said. Always indicate when changing lanes. Origin Early 17th century: from Latin indicat- 'pointed out', from the verb indicare, from in- 'towards' + dicare 'make known'. index from Late Middle English: In Latin index meant ‘forefinger, informer, sign’, Its second part is related to dicare ‘to make known’, also the source of indicate (early 17th century) and related words. The earliest uses in English refer to the finger that we would now usually call the index finger. Because this finger is used for pointing, index came to mean ‘a pointer’, either a physical one or some piece of knowledge that points to a fact or conclusion. And because a list of topics in a book points to their location in the text, publishers and scholars gave such a list the name index in the late 16th century. Rhymes syndicate, vindicate Definition of indicate in US English: indicate verbˈɪndəˌkeɪtˈindəˌkāt [with object] 1Point out; show. 指出，指示 dotted lines indicate the text's margins 虚线标出了正文的页边。 Example sentencesExamples Don't you agree these figures indicate the significant economic impact of the arts? To say that these figures indicate that the upward spiral of crime has halted is incorrect. The sequences for the primers used are indicated by arrows in Figure 1. All the experimental treatments and reproductive nodes that were harvested are indicated on the main figure. Other solutions used are indicated in the figure legends. Deviations from the concentrations listed there are indicated in the text. The situation might be even worse than the figures indicate, the Commerce Ministry official said. About six miles past the restaurant, we almost missed a partially hidden sign indicating Qalat Salah al-Din (Saladin's Castle). Figures indicate the EU expects Ireland to resume its position as the Union's fastest-growing economy. The boxed text indicates the numbering and color-coding scheme. The figures indicate that the tabloid version has proved a hit with readers as it accounts for some 70% of all sales. Census figures released Friday indicate Indiana County's population has stayed virtually static at 89,605 residents. But figures indicate that it wreaked far greater damage on Russia's economy than the Nazi invasion and World War II. But child mortality figures indicate many more private tragedies. Note that they do this in spite of the presence of signs indicating many of these doors are ‘designated no-smoking entrances.’ Figures released indicate a 2% increase in unemployment in the south east. Although the days of king coal and the smoky cities are long gone, census figures indicate manufacturing plays a significant role in the regional economy. Figures indicate that landlords have been increasing rents in response to rent allowance limits set by health boards. The other reality, though, is that the figures indicate that 6673 women with Irish addresses had abortions in Britain last year. In the archdiocese, the latest figures indicate there are 901 priests. Synonyms designate, specify, stipulate 1.1 Be a sign or symptom of; strongly imply. 显示，表明；强烈暗示 sales indicate a growing market for such art 销售额表明这种艺术的市场在不断扩大。 with clause his tone indicated that he didn't hold out much hope 他的语调表明他并不抱太大希望。 Example sentencesExamples While I am not an expert on the property market, the above signs seem to indicate that returns on property going forward will, in general, be modest. Market signs indicate this trend will continue to be important in the future. These sales indicate that demand is strong for the smaller lot sizes of between 2.5 and ten acres but question the demand for larger industrial sites. Every child who joins must sign a pledge indicating his or her intention to become better. Responses to these items indicate a strong enabling attitude in which the parent was taking a direct action. Sora's voice was starting to grow sore, indicated by its sudden raspy inflection. The lower slope could indicate a stronger actomyosin bond in the slower muscle. He pointed out that a recent Mori poll had indicated a strong future demand for the bank's core products. Evidence came to light indicating that the train drivers involved took all possible actions to reduce the serious nature of the accident. My eyes opened to find an exhausted James leaning over me, and the amount of sunlight streaming into the car indicated that it was well past dawn. The turn out figures indicate something like 30-35 percent. I read the piece twice and tried to see the any sign that indicates such a victory for the insurgents but I failed in both trials. Unless planets are afflicted in Leo, the sign usually indicates strong vitality and a healthy constitution. The proximity to Spinner Lane may indicate that some of the cottages could have housed spinsters. Polynesian Megapodes appear to be monogamous, as indicated by their strong site- and partner-fidelity for extended periods. Nevertheless, he acknowledged the ‘market rebound’ as indicating a ‘growing’ consumer confidence here. The somewhat watered down language of the resolutions is hardly threatening to Sudan, and doesn't indicate a strong political will to me. His suave tone failed to indicate anything was wrong. One source close to the meeting said the deal hasn't been signed yet and indicated a few more hurdles had to be overcome before there would be any white smoke. Stress signals indicated that he needed to create a more balanced life, to keep divorce and a heart attack at bay. Synonyms demonstrate, show, point to, be a sign of, be evidence of, evidence, testify to, bear witness to, be a symptom of, be symptomatic of, denote, connote, mark, signal, signify, suggest, imply 1.2 Admit to or state briefly. 简略承认；简要陈述 the president indicated his willingness to use force against the rebels 总统简要表示了他使用武力平叛叛乱者的意愿。 Example sentencesExamples Since the union representing taxi drivers has indicated they would respect picket lines, a walkout would effectively shut down taxi service to the entire city. The timing of the announcement clearly indicated other concerns than simply improving relations with Iraq. Salaried physicians indicated a greater willingness to engage in organizational citizenship behaviors. May I indicate very briefly what the position was. Let me briefly indicate why I do not find this standpoint natural. I've indicated to the President of the Senate in correspondence that my confidence in the Clerk is fast diminishing. I mention this only to indicate I still have one toe clinging to current pop culture. Store owners who were surveyed indicated their sales rose by 38 percent, worth $10 million per year. May I just indicate briefly the background which is referred to in that affidavit. The second phase eliminated all records that indicated a ‘missing value’ for the total amount borrowed variable. The background, which I certainly was not aware of, has been indicated to me briefly. Sources close to the bus drivers have indicated that they could hold a series of one-day strikes if their demands are not met. There follow fourteen chapters and a conclusion, the contents of which I will briefly indicate later. And there may be, as indicated by the president this morning, the possibility of additional troops. Only if a 70-year-old driver indicated on their application form they had a problem with their health would they be required to take a medical exam. And as I mentioned, the pilot indicated that there was some sort of a mechanical problem. She briefly indicates the conflicting written evidence that an historian investigating this incident must consider. In the first two articles in this series I have briefly indicated some of the main currents of Nietzsche's thought. And even the President indicated that he wasn't that keen. During the assessment phase, stakeholders who were surveyed indicated their willingness to form the national coalition. Synonyms state, declare, make known, make it known, announce, communicate, mention, say, reveal, divulge, disclose, register, record, put it on record 1.3 (of a person) direct attention to (someone or something) by means of a gesture. （人）（以手势）示意 he indicated Cindy with a brief nod of the head 他点了点头向辛廸示意。 Example sentencesExamples She gave an all-encompassing gesture to indicate her surroundings. Another gesture indicated a line on his rough map. You make some gestures to indicate you've lost your handle for a moment; you turn away and get your grip. From the moment that Schlag and trumps have been announced, players can use signals to indicate to their partner what cards they hold. They will signal a passerby in with gestures indicating the offer of a cup of tea or something to eat. These cadences were indicated by conventional gestures of the hand and fingers. Lee had gestured to indicate the kitchen and the rest of the house. With a more confident gesture, she indicated the bulletin board where they posted the listing and they moved toward it. And I don't know of any other handshape-based gestures indicating academic allegiance. West Yorkshire police officers had given chase after a Nissan Terrano they thought was towing a faulty trailer failed to pull over when they indicated to the driver. With a sweeping gesture, he indicated the entire sheet of grey, fuzzy static. She swept her arm out in a grand gesture, indicating the land about them. Hand gestures to indicate the sighting of a hammerhead or a basking shark can easily be misunderstood if they are improvised at the last moment! He indicated a colossal towering figure, easily thirteen foot high, meandering towards us along the wide roads. Take a look around,’ he said with a gesture indicating the enclosed room, ‘No one else.’ A good director would have cut some of the annoyingly repetitive and obvious gestures used to indicate character. The gesture indicated formal speech and authority and appears in pictorial representation of situations involving preaching, prophecy and command. Synonyms point to, point out, gesture towards 1.4 (of a gauge or meter) register a reading of (a quantity, dimension, etc.). （量表，仪表）显示（数量、尺寸等） Example sentencesExamples LCD ‘hands’ point to stamped numbers along the perimeter of the computer's face indicating current speed, average speed and maximum speed. The fuel gauge indicated that the hovercar's tank was still half-full so that made it even more likely that it had crashed, rendering the boy unconscious. The activity LED will blink twice which indicates Speed Boost is enabled. An LED display between the speedometer and tachometer indicates which gear the driver has chosen. The fuel gauges indicated between 180 and 190 pounds per side as we cleared the active runway. It could also be caused by the fact that the actual pressure at the nozzle is less than that indicated by the pressure gauge. Estimates from tide gauges indicate that sea level has changed at the rate of 1.8 to 2.4 mm/yr over the last century. A ‘suspicion’ meter indicates the likelihood of your discovery and forces you to keep moving, keep your distance from guards and whatnot. Start timing the process when the dial gauge indicates that the recommended pressure has been reached, or when the weighted gauge begins to jiggle or rock. Projected display for portable sensor indicating the location of a detected hidden object behind a surface Again the camera meter will indicate a shutter speed and an aperture to give you an 18% grey object. The junction box has two meters indicating the voltage and load capacity readings. Simple depth gauges measuring the maximum depths indicate some remarkably deep dives attained by shearwaters. If the meter indicates poor air/fuel ratio at idle, correct it by adjusting the idle-mixture screws. The winner was the lady who told the saddest life story as indicated by a sound meter measuring the volume of the audience's applause for each contestant. Wouldn't a conscientious journalist blush to use the word success when the best available gauge indicates failure? Although the fuel gauge indicated a safe fuel state, the low-fuel light flickered. The OAT gauge indicated we were at or slightly below freezing. Synonyms register, record, display, show, have as a reading, measure 2Suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action. 暗示行动的可取（或必要）性 the treatment is likely to be indicated in severely depressed patients 这种治疗对严重抑郁的病人来说可能很有必要。 Example sentencesExamples Further examination using colonoscopy may be indicated in individual patients. Skin scraping, biopsy, or culture may be indicated if skin lesions are present. For example, a detailed physical examination may be indicated in some cases. When an uncomplicated nasal fracture is suspected, plain radiography rarely is indicated. On the other hand, if systemic inflammation is responsible, then antiinflammatory therapy may be indicated. If a wound becomes infected, oral or intravenous antibiotics might be indicated and should be chosen based on bacterial cultures. Occasionally, when confronted with unusual symptoms or signs that are refractory to standard therapy, referral may be indicated. The other part of the schedule lists immunizations indicated and contraindicated by medical conditions. An appropriate physical examination and necessary medically indicated investigation are clearly essential. Lamotrigine has been available since 1994 and is indicated as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in adults and children. In patients with pulmonary hypertension, more frequent chest radiographs to assess catheter position may be indicated. Additional blood tests may be indicated in patients with more severe injuries. In some cases, complementary examinations such as bronchography, bronchoscopy, and cardiac catheterization may be indicated. If monitoring of the middle cerebral artery indicates anaemia, fetal blood sampling and intrauterine transfusion are indicated. Insulin therapy also is indicated in patients with contraindications to antidiabetic medications. Preterm delivery may be indicated because of deterioration of maternal or fetal health, and obstetric complications may occur. If the memory loss is severe enough to warrant a diagnosis of dementia, then cholinesterase inhibitor therapy would be indicated. Synonyms advisable, desirable, recommended, suggested, desired, preferable, best, sensible, wise, commonsensical, prudent Origin Early 17th century: from Latin indicat- ‘pointed out’, from the verb indicare, from in- ‘towards’ + dicare ‘make known’.
随便看	shake one's faith in shake one's fist shake one's fist shake one's head shake one's head shake one's moneymaker shake one's moneymaker shake (or quake) in one's shoes (or boots) shake (or quake) in one's shoes (or boots) shake (or tremble) like a leaf shake (or tremble) like a leaf shake-out shake out shake-outs shaker Shaker shake-rag Shaker Heights shakerism shakerism Shakerism Shakers shakes shake sb down shake sb off