Indirectly

/ɪnˈdɛrɛktli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that is not direct; not straightforward or explicit.

The company indirectly hinted at the possibility of layoffs during the meeting.

By means of something intervening; not by direct communication or action.

He indirectly benefited from her connections without her knowing.

In a way that does not state something outright.

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.

Low-key suggestion

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

Subtle shade

Her comment was just a subtle shade towards his decision.