indirect

關於indirect的翻譯

<<形容詞>>間接的,次要的,欺騙的

indirect definition

1. having intervening factors or persons or influences
• examples: reflection from the ceiling provided a soft indirect light
• examples: indirect evidence
• examples: an indirect cause
2. not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination
• examples: sometimes taking an indirect path saves time
• examples: you must take an indirect course in sailing
3. extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action
• examples: making indirect but legitimate inquiries
• examples: an indirect insult
• examples: doubtless they had some indirect purpose in mind
• examples: though his methods are indirect they are not dishonest
• examples: known as a shady indirect fellow
4. not as a direct effect or consequence
• examples: indirect benefits
• examples: an indirect advantage