HyperDic: indeed

English > 2 senses of the word *indeed*:
ADVERB	all	indeed, so	in truth (often tends to intensify)
ADVERB	all	indeed	(used as an interjection) an expression of surprise or skepticism or irony etc.

indeed > pronunciation
Sounds	ihndiy'd
Rhymes	able-bodied ... worried: 105 rhymes with iyd...

English > *indeed*: 2 senses > adverb 1
Meaning	In truth (often tends to intensify).
Examples	"they said the car would break down and indeed it did" "it is very cold indeed" "was indeed grateful" "indeed, the rain may still come"
Synonym	so

English > *indeed*: 2 senses > adverb 2
Meaning	(used as an interjection) an expression of surprise or skepticism or irony etc..
Example	"Wants to marry the butler? Indeed!"
Usage of	irony	A trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs
Spanish	en efecto, realmente

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