indentation
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for indentation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A dent, notch, or inward curve in a surface or edge.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use indentation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
paragraph indentation
a slight indentation
indentation in the coastline
Etymology
From indent + -ation.
Full origin of indentation →Frequently asked questions
What does “indentation” mean?
The word “indentation” means a dent, notch, or inward curve in a surface or edge. In plain terms, a dent in a surface, or the blank space pushed in at the start of a line of writing.
How do you pronounce “indentation”?
“Indentation” is pronounced ihn-dehn-TAY-shuhn (/ˌɪndɛnˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “indentation” in a sentence?
Here is “indentation” used in a sentence: “The hammer left a small indentation in the wood.”
What is the opposite of “indentation”?
The opposite of “indentation” — its antonyms — is protrusion.
What part of speech is “indentation”?
“Indentation” is a noun.
How many meanings does “indentation” have?
“Indentation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dent, notch, or inward curve in a surface or edge.
