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indeed

UK //ɪnˈdiːd//US //ɪnˈdiːd//

词源

源自中古英语 'in dede',字面意思是“在行动中”,后来演变为表示强调或肯定的副词。

adverb

❶ 用于强调陈述的真实性或确定性,表示“确实、的确”。常用于肯定或赞同对方的观点,或加强语气。

“It was indeed a great performance.”

(这确实是一场精彩的表演。)

“She is indeed the best candidate for the job.”

(她的确是这份工作的最佳人选。)

❶ 用于表示进一步的补充或强调,通常放在句首或句中,意为“事实上、实际上”。

“Indeed, many people agree with this idea.”

(事实上,很多人都同意这个观点。)

“The plan was simple; indeed, it was brilliant.”

(这个计划很简单;事实上,它非常出色。)

同义词:certainly, truly, in fact, actually, undoubtedly

常见短语

yes indeed — 用于强烈肯定或赞同某事,表示“确实如此”或“没错”。

“"Was it a good movie?" "Yes indeed, it was fantastic!"”

(“那部电影好看吗?” “确实如此,它太棒了!”)

very indeed — 用于强调形容词的程度,表示“非常、极其”。

“The food was delicious very indeed.”

(这食物确实非常美味。)