indirect

/ˌɪndɚˈɛkt/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

adjective

having intervening factors or persons or influences
“reflection from the ceiling provided a soft indirect light”
not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination
“sometimes taking an indirect path saves time”
descended from a common ancestor but through different lines
“cousins are collateral relatives”
extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action
“making indirect but legitimate inquiries”
not as a direct effect or consequence
“indirect benefits”

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