Meaning & Definition of word "Indirectly"

Indirectly

/ɪnˈdɛrɛktli/

1. In a manner that is not direct; not straightforward or explicit.
- Example: The company indirectly hinted at the possibility of layoffs during the meeting.
2. By means of something intervening; not by direct communication or action.
- Example: He indirectly benefited from her connections without her knowing.
3. In a way that does not state something outright.
- Example: She indirectly expressed her concerns about the project through her body language.

From Middle English indirecly, from Latin indirectus.

hinted indirectly:

to suggest something subtly without saying it outright.

indirect evidence:

evidence that does not directly prove a fact but supports a conclusion.

indirect costs:

costs not directly accountable to a specific project.

directly:

in a straightforward manner; without intervening elements.

implied:

suggested but not directly expressed.

Meaning: Low-key suggestion

Example Sentence: He was low-key suggesting we go to the party without saying it directly.

Meaning: Subtle shade

Example Sentence: Her comment was just a subtle shade towards his decision.