indicative
Translation
showing, suggesting, signifying
Examples
His smile was indicative of his happiness.
His smile was indicative of his happiness.
These results are indicative of a wider problem.
These results are indicative of a wider problem.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) showing or suggesting (sth.) His smile was indicative of his happiness.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suggestive, representative, symbolic; Antonyms: uninformative
Etymology
From Latin 'indicare' (to point out), from 'in-' (towards) + 'dicare' (to proclaim).
Memory Tips
It's the adjective form of 'indicate'. If something is 'indicative' of something else, it indicates or points to it, like an index finger.