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indirect
[in-duh-rekt, -dahy-]
adjective
not in a direct course or path; deviating from a straight line; roundabout.
an indirect course in sailing.
coming or resulting otherwise than directly or immediately, as effects or consequences.
an indirect advantage.
not direct in action or procedure.
His methods are indirect but not dishonest.
not straightforward; devious; deceitful.
He is known as a shady, indirect fellow.
not direct in bearing, application, force, etc..
indirect evidence.
Grammar., of, relating to, or characteristic of indirect discourse.
an indirect quote.
not descending in a direct line of succession, as a title or inheritance.
indirect
/ ˌɪndɪˈrɛkt /
adjective
deviating from a direct course or line; roundabout; circuitous
not coming as a direct effect or consequence; secondary
indirect benefits
not straightforward, open, or fair; devious or evasive
an indirect insult
(of a title or an inheritance) not inherited in an unbroken line of succession from father to son
Other Word Forms
- indirectness noun
- indirectly adverb
- semi-indirect adjective
- semi-indirectness noun
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans a month ago to take control of Gaza City after indirect talks with Hamas on a ceasefire and hostage release deal broke down in July.
It also said the true economic hit was likely to be significantly higher once the indirect effects were considered.
Netanyahu announced Israel's intention to conquer all of Gaza after indirect negotiations with Hamas on Witkoff's proposal broke down in July.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel's intention to conquer all of Gaza after indirect talks with Hamas on a ceasefire and hostage release deal broke down in July.
In an indirect way, her closet was a factor in her decision to settle down in Los Angeles.
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