indicated
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɪndəˌkeɪtəd// UK //ˈɪndɪkˌeɪtɪd// in·di·cat·ed
v. to show or point out something. You use this when you want to suggest a fact or show where something is.
v. to point out or show; to serve as a sign or symptom of something. Transitive — requires a direct object or a 'that' clause.
The map indicated that we were near the river.
The doctor said the test results indicated a need for more rest and a better diet.
Recent economic data indicated a slight shift in consumer confidence, though analysts warned that the trend might be temporary given the current global instability.
Usage
The verb is transitive and often takes a 'that' clause or a direct noun object.