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indicate
This word functions as a neutral bridge between a piece of evidence and a conclusion. It avoids the certainty of "prove" and the subjectivity of "suggest," making it a staple in scientific reporting, legal documents, and professional correspondence where precision is required without overstating the facts. While "point" is a physical action, "indicate" often describes a systemic or symbolic signal. It carries a clinical, detached feeling, focusing on the transmission of information rather than the emotion behind the message.
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To serve as a sign or symptom of something.
"A high fever often indicates an infection."
To point out or specify something clearly.
"The map indicates that the station is two miles away."
To state or express a preference or intention.
"The client indicated that they wanted a faster delivery."