Affection
Affection noun - Something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind.
Usage example: religion, of one kind or another, is an affection common to every society known to have existed
Indication and affection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Indication" instead a noun "Affection".
Indication
Indication noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).
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Synonyms for Indication
Affection and indication are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Affection" instead a noun "Indication".
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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May overlap with Single-Target Sexuality, at least where Ann-Hari is concerned as she's the only person he seems to show deep romantic affection for...except maybe Uzman, if that kiss was any indication.
Source: Literature / Iron Council - This has the side effect that her friends consider her not showing emotion to be an indication of genuine affection, and they're confused and disturbed when she displays emotion when it's just them in the room.
Source: Master Actor
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