Indicator

Pronunciation: /ˈɪndəˌkeɪtər/

Indicator (noun)

  1. something that shows what a situation is like or how it is changing.
  2. a device or instrument that measures and shows a value or condition.
  3. a substance that changes color to show the presence of another substance.

Examples

  • Dark clouds are an indicator of rain.
  • A high fever can be an indicator of infection.

Common collocations: economic indicator, key indicator, reliable indicator, pressure indicator, fuel indicator

Synonyms of Indicator

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Indicator

  • When discussing something that hides or obscures.