indicative
adj. 指示的，表明的，象征的；陈述（语气）的
n. 陈述语气的动词形式，陈述语气
复数 indicatives
比较级 more indicative
最高级 most indicative
例句
In 'Ben likes school', the verb 'like' is in the indicative.
在Ben likes school中，动词like是陈述语气。
《牛津词典》
Their failure to act is indicative of their lack of interest.
他们未采取行动，这表示他们没有兴趣。
His action is indicative of growing concern about the shortage of skilled labour.
他的行为显示对于熟练工人短缺现象的日益关注。
《柯林斯英汉双解大词典》
