in·dic·a·tive [in-dik-uh-tiv]
~ adjective
DEFINITION: 1)Showing, signifying, or pointing out; expressive or suggestive (usually followed by of ).
2) Grammar. Noting or pertaining to the mood of the verb used for ordinary objective
statements,questions, etc., as the verb
plays in John plays football. Compare
imperative (def 3) , subjunctive (def 1) .
~ noun
DEFINITION: 3) Grammar. The indicative mood.
A verb in the indicative.
SENTENCE: Your tardiness and bad
attitude is indicative of someone who needs to find a new job before you
get fired.
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