1
: without any question : truly, undeniably
This is indeed very serious.
—often used interjectionally to express irony or disbelief or surprise"It was all a misunderstanding." "Was it indeed?"
2
: in reality
She does indeed work here.
3
: all things considered : as a matter of fact
I was very unsatisfied. Indeed, I filed a complaint.
Examples of indeed in a Sentence
I know that you can indeed do better than that.
that is not merely a reason, but is indeed the entire point
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Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The workings of the flagellar motor are ingenious indeed.
—Quanta Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
Two key questions posed by the film is how Miseal (Misael Saavedra) and indeed Alonso have evolved as a character and filmmaker respectively.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
Florals were indeed groundbreaking when Hathaway wore this mermaid-style Valentino gown to this year's Oscars.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for indeed
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“Indeed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indeed. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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