indicado
suitable · indicate
Se refiere a algo que es apropiado, correcto o recomendado para una situación o propósito específico.
Definition & meaning
Indicado can mean:
- Indicated or pointed out: mentioned, shown, or specified. For example, el lugar indicado means “the place indicated.”
- Appropriate or suitable: right for a particular purpose or situation. Es la persona indicada means “They are the right person.”
- Medically indicated: recommended or appropriate as a treatment.
Grammar & Word origin
Indicado is the past participle of indicar , meaning “to indicate” or “to point out.” It can also function as an adjective, agreeing in gender and number: indicado, indicada, indicados, indicadas.
The verb comes from Latin indicāre, “to point out” or “make known.”
Synonyms & antonyms
For suitable:
- adecuado — appropriate or suitable; often interchangeable with indicado.
- apropiado — appropriate, especially in relation to circumstances or expectations.
- inadecuado — unsuitable or inadequate; an antonym.
For indicated or specified:
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Este medicamento es el más indicado para tu dolencia.adjective
This medication is the most suitable for your ailment.
Este tratamiento es el indicado para mejorar tu salud.adjective
This treatment is the right one to improve your health.
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