(shÄ­bâ²É-lÄ­th, -lÄthâ²) n. 1. A word or pronunciation that distinguishes people of one group or class from those of another. 2. a. A word or phrase identified with a particular group or cause; a catchword. b.
exists and is an alternate of . Indirect means diverging from a straight line/path, not going straight to the point,the opposite of direct. It is used to mean a roundabout or covert method of action, in terms such as indirect taxes, indirect characterization, or indirect criticism.
Additional synonyms. If you hint at something, you suggest it in an indirect way. The President hinted he might make some changes in the government. If you imply that something is the case, you say something which indicates that it is the case in an indirect way.