indicative

/ɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.tɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

suggesting or serving as a sign or indication of something

“The weather forecast was indicative of a storm approaching.”

2. noun

a statistical test used to determine whether observed differences between groups are statistically significant

“The researchers used an indicative test to compare the outcomes of two different treatments.”

3. verb

to indicate or suggest something

“The data indicative of a growing trend in consumer behavior.”

Synonyms

  • indicating
  • indicatory
  • suggestive

Antonyms

  • nonindicative
  • nonindicatory