indirectly Definition
- 1in a way that is not direct or explicit
- 2in a roundabout way
Using indirectly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "indirectly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She indirectly hinted at her dissatisfaction with the project.
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The company indirectly benefited from the new tax laws.
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He indirectly caused the accident by leaving the door open.
indirectly Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for indirectly
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Summary: indirectly in Brief
The adverb 'indirectly' [ˌɪndəˈrɛktli] means not directly or explicitly, or in a roundabout way. It is often used to describe a hint or suggestion that is not stated outright, as in 'She indirectly hinted at her dissatisfaction with the project.' 'Indirectly' can also describe a situation where something happens as an unintended consequence, as in 'He indirectly caused the accident by leaving the door open.'
