Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
indicator
noun
/ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtə/
Definition
A sign or something that shows the condition or existence of something.
Examples
- The fuel gauge in your car is an indicator of how much gas you have left.
- Higher test scores are an indicator of student improvement.
- Temperature is an important indicator of climate change.
Meaning
An indicator refers to a feature or item that provides information about a particular situation or variable. It is often used to assess the status, quality, or behavior of an object or phenomenon.
Synonyms
- signal
- pointer
- gauge
- mark
- sign
