Meaning & Definition of Indirectly in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a way that is not straightforward or direct.

  Example Sentence: She hinted indirectly at her displeasure with the decision.

• Definition: By way of something other than the primary means.

  Example Sentence: The information was obtained indirectly through a third-party source.

• Definition: To suggest something without stating it outright.

  Example Sentence: He indirectly accused her of being late.

Etymology

Origin: From Middle English indirecly, from Latin indirectus.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• 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.

Translations

• Spanish: indirectamente

• French: indirectement

• German: indirekt

• Russian: косвенно

Related Words

• directly: in a straightforward manner; without intervening elements.

• implied: suggested but not directly expressed.

Slang Meanings of indirectly

• 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.