indexical

/ˌɪndɛkˈsɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting an index or a way of indicating or pointing out something

“The indexical sign on the door indicated that the store was closed.”

2. noun

a word or expression whose meaning is determined by its relationship to the thing it denotes

“The term ‘here’ is an example of an indexical word.”

Synonyms

  • indicative
  • indicatory
  • pointing

Antonyms

  • nonindicative
  • nonindicatory