indirect

Describes something that is not direct or straightforward; often used to refer to routes, communication, or effects.

ruОписывает что-то, что не является прямым или прямолинейным; часто используется для обозначения маршрутов, общения или эффектов.esDescribe algo que no es directo o rectilíneo; se usa a menudo para rutas, comunicación o efectos. También puede referirse a lo que se hace a través de un intermediario o de forma no explícita.frQualifie ce qui n'est pas direct ou rectiligne ; souvent utilisé pour des chemins, des communications ou des effets.deBeschreibt etwas, das nicht direkt oder geradlinig ist; wird oft für Wege, Kommunikation oder Wirkungen verwendet, die über eine Zwischenstufe verlaufen.ptDescreve algo que não é direto ou franco; frequentemente usado para rotas, comunicação ou efeitos que ocorrem por meio de intermediários ou de forma oblíqua.zh指不是直接的、不直截了当的；常用于描述路线、交流或影响，表示间接、迂回或通过中介的方式。arيصف شيئًا ليس مباشرًا أو مستقيمًا؛ يُستخدم غالبًا للإشارة إلى الطرق أو التواصل أو التأثيرات.

1. Involving intermediaries B2 formal

   Having intervening factors, persons, or influences; not done or communicated directly.

   • The company used an indirect approach to negotiate the deal through a third party.
   • Her criticism was indirect, aimed at the policy rather than the person.
   • The effects of the new law were indirect, influencing the economy over several years.

   ruКосвенныйesindirectofrindirect (par intermédiaires)deIndirektptIndiretozh间接的arغير مباشر

   Synonymes: intermediatemediatedroundaboutsecondhandvicarious

   Antonymes: directimmediate

2. Not straight in space B1 formal

   Not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination.

   • We took an indirect route through the countryside to avoid traffic.
   • The path to the summit was indirect, winding around the mountain.
   • The river follows an indirect course to the sea.

   ruНепрямойesindirecto (no recto en el espacio)frIndirect (dans l'espace)deIndirektptIndiretozh不直的arغير مباشر

   Synonymes: circuitouscrookedmeanderingroundaboutsinuoustortuouswindingzigzag

   Antonymes: directstraight

3. Through different lineage C1 formal

   Descended from a common ancestor but through different lines; not directly related.

   • They are indirect cousins, sharing a great-grandparent.
   • The inheritance passed through indirect family lines.
   • The genealogist traced an indirect connection between the two families.

   ruЧерез разные линии родстваesIndirecto por linajefrParenté non directedeÜber verschiedene LinienptPor linhas diferenteszh旁系arمن سلالة غير مباشرة

   Synonymes: collateraldistantremote

4. Not straightforward in manner B2 formal

   Extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action; roundabout or subtle.

   • He gave an indirect answer, avoiding the main question.
   • Her indirect way of speaking often confused her listeners.
   • The manager used indirect hints to suggest improvements.

   ruКосвенныйesindirecto (en el trato o lenguaje)frIndirect (au sens figuré)deIndirektptIndiretozh间接的arغير مباشر

   Synonymes: circuitousdeviousevasiveobliqueroundaboutsidewaystortuouswandering

   Antonymes: bluntcandiddirectfrankstraightforward

5. Not a direct consequence B2 formal

   Not as a direct effect or consequence; resulting through intermediate steps.

   • The rise in prices was an indirect result of the supply shortage.
   • His promotion was an indirect outcome of the team's success.
   • The policy had indirect benefits for the local community.

   ruКосвенныйesindirectofrindirect (conséquence indirecte)deIndirektptIndiretozh间接的arغير مباشر

   Synonymes: collateralderivativederivedincidentalmediatedsecondary

   Antonymes: directimmediate

• more indirect comparative form
• most indirect superlative form