Definition of Indirect

Adjective: indirect ,in-du'rekt or ,in,dI'rekt

Having intervening factors, persons or influences
"reflection from the ceiling provided a soft indirect light"; "indirect evidence"; "an indirect cause"
Not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination
"sometimes taking an indirect path saves time"; "you must take an indirect course in sailing"
Descended from a common ancestor but through different lines
"an indirect descendant of the Stuarts";
- collateral
Not direct in manner, language, behaviour or action
"making indirect but legitimate inquiries"; "an indirect insult"; "doubtless they had some indirect purpose in mind"; "though his methods are indirect they are not dishonest"; "known as a shady indirect fellow"
Not as a direct effect or consequence
"indirect benefits"; "an indirect advantage"