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What is the pronunciation of indirect?

indirect

adjective

How to pronounce indirect?

The word indirect sounds like in-di-rect
/,ɪndə'rɛkt/

What is the definition of indirect?

adjectivedescended from a common ancestor but through different lines
Examples
  • an indirect descendant of the Stuarts
adjectiveextended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action
Examples
  • making indirect but legitimate inquiries
  • an indirect insult
  • doubtless they had some indirect purpose in mind
  • though his methods are indirect they are not dishonest
  • known as a shady indirect fellow
adjectivehaving intervening factors or persons or influences
Examples
  • reflection from the ceiling provided a soft indirect light
  • indirect evidence
  • an indirect cause
adjectivenot as a direct effect or consequence
Examples
  • indirect benefits
  • an indirect advantage
adjectivenot direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination
Examples
  • sometimes taking an indirect path saves time
  • you must take an indirect course in sailing

What is the definition of the word 'indirect'?

  • Not direct; not straight; deviating; as, an indirect road.

What is the synonym of 'indirect'?

  • Roundabout
  • Circuitous
  • Devious
  • Oblique

What is the antonym of 'indirect'?

  • Direct
  • Straight
  • Straightforward

What is an example sentence using the word 'indirect'?

  • He gave me an indirect answer to my question.

What part of speech is the word 'indirect'?

  • Adjective

What are some related words to 'indirect'?

  • Indirectly
  • Indirection
  • Indirectness

What is the origin of the word 'indirect'?

  • The word 'indirect' originated from the Latin word 'indirectus', which means 'not straight'

What is the opposite of 'indirect'?

  • Direct

How can 'indirect' be used in a sentence?

  • Her suggestion was indirect, but I understood what she meant.

What is the meaning of the word 'indirect'?

  • Not in a direct course or path; deviating from a straight line or course.