(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.
What does indirect causation mean? A direct cause is when you can determine beforehand the result: for example a car accident makes a dent on the car, or injures the passengers. An indirect cause is a chain of effects, that are difficult or impossible to predict.