Definitions
- Describing a path or route that follows a winding, twisting course. - Referring to a conversation or speech that wanders off-topic or lacks a clear direction. - Talking about a writing style that is circuitous and convoluted.
- Referring to a communication style that hints at a message without stating it directly. - Describing a method of achieving a goal without taking a direct approach. - Talking about an action or consequence that is not the intended or primary result.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a non-direct approach or path.
- 2Both can be used to describe communication styles.
- 3Both can be used to describe writing styles.
- 4Both can be used to describe methods of achieving a goal.
What is the difference?
- 1Direction: Meandrously implies a winding or twisting path, while indirectly implies a deviation from a straight path.
- 2Purpose: Meandrously can be used to describe a lack of direction or purpose, while indirectly implies a specific intention or goal.
- 3Communication: Meandrously is more commonly used to describe a wandering conversation or speech, while indirectly is more commonly used to describe a hinting or suggestive communication style.
- 4Connotation: Meandrously has a neutral connotation, while indirectly can have a negative connotation if used to describe manipulative or deceitful behavior.
- 5Usage: Meandrously is less common and more specific in its usage, while indirectly is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
Remember this!
Meandrously and indirectly both describe a non-direct approach or path, but they differ in their direction, purpose, and connotation. Meandrously implies a winding or twisting path without a clear direction or purpose, while indirectly implies a deviation from a straight path with a specific intention or goal. Meandrously is more specific and less common in its usage, while indirectly is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
