indirect

• 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。

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

1. Involving intermediariesB2formal

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

   间接的

   • 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.

   同义词intermediatemediatedroundaboutsecondhandvicarious

   反义词directimmediate

2. Not straight in spaceB1formal

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

   不直的

   • 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.

   同义词circuitouscrookedmeanderingroundaboutsinuoustortuouswindingzigzag

   反义词directstraight

3. Through different lineageC1formal

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

   旁系

   • 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.

   同义词collateraldistantremote

4. Not straightforward in mannerB2formal

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

   间接的

   • 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.

   同义词circuitousdeviousevasiveobliqueroundaboutsidewaystortuouswandering

   反义词bluntcandiddirectfrankstraightforward

5. Not a direct consequenceB2formal

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

   间接的

   • 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.

   同义词collateralderivativederivedincidentalmediatedsecondary

   反义词directimmediate