Definition of indirect

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• indirect is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
• indirect is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
• indirect is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of indirect

• descended from a common ancestor but through different lines (adjective)

  Examples

  1. an indirect descendant of the Stuarts

  Synonyms

  1. collateral
• extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action (adjective)

  Examples

  1. making indirect but legitimate inquiries
  2. an indirect insult
  3. doubtless they had some indirect purpose in mind
  4. though his methods are indirect they are not dishonest
  5. known as a shady indirect fellow
• having intervening factors or persons or influences (adjective)

  Examples

  1. reflection from the ceiling provided a soft indirect light
  2. indirect evidence
  3. an indirect cause
• not as a direct effect or consequence (adjective)

  Examples

  1. indirect benefits
  2. an indirect advantage
• not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination (adjective)

  Examples

  1. sometimes taking an indirect path saves time
  2. you must take an indirect course in sailing

See definition of indirect in Merriam Webster