indeed

in|deed [ ın`did ] function word ***

Indeed can be used in the following ways:

as an adverb (following very and an adjective or another adverb) mainly in British English:

The results were very good indeed.

as a way of showing how a sentence or phrase is related to what has already been said:

It would be difficult. Indeed it would be almost impossible.

as a sentence adverb (with an auxiliary verb or the verb to be, to emphasize the meaning of a whole sentence or clause):

It is indeed an honor to have such an important guest with us today.

1. ) FORMAL used for adding a statement that supports and increases the effect of what you have just said:

Brendel is certainly a fine musician. Indeed, I regard him as one of the greatest pianists of our time.

The service will benefit the nation's young people, and, indeed, all Americans.

2. ) FORMAL used for emphasizing that something is true when there is some doubt about it:

It was later proved that three of the pictures were indeed genuine Rembrandts.

Much more evidence needs to be provided, if it indeed exists.

3. ) FORMAL used for emphasis in statements, questions, and short answers:

Do you remember Miss Hawkings? I do indeed.

It is indeed a great tragedy that he died so young.

What would we do without him? What indeed?

4. ) MAINLY BRITISH used for emphasizing the meaning of very :

Thank you very much indeed.

5. ) MAINLY BRITISH SPOKEN used for showing that you are surprised or annoyed by what someone has told you:

He says he's too busy to see you now. Does he, indeed?