Definition for IN-DEED'

IN-DEED', adv. [comp. of in and deed.]

In reality; in truth; in fact. The carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. Rom. viii. Indeed is usually emphatical, but in some cases more so than in others; as, this is true; it is indeed. I were a beast indeed to do you wrong. Dryden. Some sons indeed, some very few we see, / Who keep themselves from this infection free. Dryden. There is indeed no greater pleasure in visiting these magazines of war. Addison. It is used to note concession or admission; as, ships not so large indeed, but better manned. Indeed is used as an expression of surprise, or for the purpose of obtaining confirmation of a fact stated. Indeed! is it possible? is it so in fact?

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