Indirect ( adjective , adverb )

(As an adjective)

Indirect ( adjective )

1. Not straightforward or going straight to the point.
2. Not following a direct route or path.
3. Not direct or immediate in effect or application.

Origin:

Late middle english, from latin indirectus, from in- + directus direct.

Examples:

1. He was very indirect in his approach to the problem.
2. The path to the waterfall was indirect and full of twists and turns.
3. The cause of the fire was indirect, it was started by a spark from a nearby electrical pole.
4. Her indirect criticism of the policy was clearly heard by everyone in the room.
5. His indirect way of talking often left his listeners confused.

(As an adverb)

Indirect ( adverb )

1. Not straightforward or going straight to the point.
2. Not following a direct route or path.
3. Not direct or immediate in effect or application.

Origin:

Late middle english, from latin indirectus, from in- + directus direct.

Examples:

1. He was very indirect in his approach to the problem.
2. The path to the waterfall was indirect and full of twists and turns.
3. The cause of the fire was indirect, it was started by a spark from a nearby electrical pole.
4. Her indirect criticism of the policy was clearly heard by everyone in the room.
5. His indirect way of talking often left his listeners confused.