indeed

The word “indeed” means used to confirm or emphasize a statement; truly, in fact. In plain terms, a word for stressing that something is really true, or a short reply showing you agree (or, said flatly, that you doubt it).

“Indeed” is pronounced ihn-DEED (/ɪnˈdid/ in IPA).

Here is “indeed” used in a sentence: “It was indeed the coldest winter on record.”

Depending on how it is used, “indeed” can be an adverb and an intj.

The word “indeed” comes from Middle English. From Middle English in dede, literally "in deed" — i.e. in actual fact, as opposed to merely in words.

“Indeed” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.

“Indeed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to confirm or emphasize a statement; truly, in fact.

Both confirm a statement, but they lean different ways. 'Indeed' emphasises or agrees with what was just said — 'It was cold. Indeed, it was freezing.' 'In fact' often introduces a correction or a more precise truth — 'I thought he was late; in fact he never came.' Indeed strengthens, in fact clarifies.

'Indeed' confirms or emphasises. It can stand alone as agreement — 'Are you pleased?' 'Indeed.' It can strengthen a point — 'This is a very good, indeed excellent, result.' Or it can reinforce a whole statement — 'She was indeed the finest player of her generation.'

'Indeed' leans formal and emphatic, common in writing, speeches, and polite conversation. It rarely sounds slangy. In casual speech people more often say 'really', 'definitely', or 'for sure'. Used well, 'indeed' adds weight and confidence, but overusing it can sound stiff or old-fashioned.