indication

Everyday

1. A sign that shows something is true or will happen: Dark clouds are an indication of rain. tree →
2. A suggestion or hint: She gave no indication that she was upset. tree →
3. A reading shown on a measuring instrument. tree →

In the lessons

In science observations give an indication of what is happening (a colour change is an indication of a reaction); in everyday life signs and hints are indications. Phrases: «an indication of», «give an indication», «there is every indication that».

Examples

• Dark clouds are an indication of rain. tree →
• He gave no indication that he was angry. tree →
• A fever is an indication of infection. tree →
• Can you give us an indication of the cost? tree →
• Smoke is an indication of fire. tree →
• The colour change is an indication that the reaction has happened. tree →
• A fine coat is not always an indication of an attractive mind. tree →

Note

From the verb «indicate». Formal; in plain talk «sign» or «hint». Countable.