indicative

(noun, adjective)

adjective

1. relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple in declarative statements

- indicative mood

Similar word(s): declarative

2. (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly

- actions indicative of fear

Similar word(s): revealing, indicatory, revelatory, significative, suggestive

Sentences with indicative as an adjective:

- He had pains indicative of a heart attack.

noun

1. a mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact

Similar word(s): declarative

Definition categories: link, modality, mode, mood