indexed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɪn.dɛkst/
KK: /ˈɪn.dɛkst/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been organized or listed in a systematic way, often for easy reference.
Example
The indexed database allows users to find information quickly.
Conversation
Have you seen my book that’s indexed?
No, I haven't. What do you mean by indexed?
It has a table of contents and an index at the back.
Oh, that makes it much easier to find information!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cataloged
listed
organized
Antonyms
unindexed
disordered
chaotic
verb
Definition
To have arranged or organized information in a list or system for easy reference.
Example
The librarian indexed all the new books in the library.
Tense Forms
Past: indexed
Past Participle: indexed
Conversation
I finally indexed all my books in the library yesterday.
Wow, that sounds like a big project!
It took me a few hours, but now I can find everything easily.
Root Explanation
Indexed → It is formed from "index" (from Latin "index", meaning pointer or indicator) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past tense or to indicate a state). The word "indexed" means having been organized or listed in a way that allows for easy reference or retrieval.
Memory Tip
Think of an 'index' as a pointer that helps you find information quickly — when something is 'indexed', it means it has been organized for easy access.
Visually Confused Words
unindexed
tindered
inflexed
bindweed