adv

indeedy

Indeedy (adv) means a jokey, old-fashioned way of saying "indeed," used for emphasis. Example: “Yes indeedy, that pie is delicious.”

adv

A jokey, old-fashioned way of saying "indeed," used for emphasis.

""Yes indeedy, that pie is delicious.""

How to use indeedy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA cheerful, exaggerated version of "indeed," mostly used for humor.

When to use it

Informal and somewhat dated/folksy; rarely used in serious writing.

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Etymology

A playful extension of indeed with the added suffix -y, popular in folksy or comic speech.

Rhymes for indeedy

seedy needy greedy comedy remedy speedy tragedy Kennedy raggedy scaredy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “indeedy” mean?

The word “indeedy” means a jokey, old-fashioned way of saying "indeed," used for emphasis. In plain terms, a cheerful, exaggerated version of "indeed," mostly used for humor.

How do you use “indeedy” in a sentence?

Here is “indeedy” used in a sentence: “"Yes indeedy, that pie is delicious.".”

What part of speech is “indeedy”?

“Indeedy” is an adverb.

What is the meaning of indeedy?

"indeedy" (adv) means a jokey, old-fashioned way of saying "indeed," used for emphasis.