indirect
/ˌɪndəˈrekt/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4486 in the learning path
间接的
Definitions
adj. Happening through another person, action, or stage
间接的
adj. Not following a straight route or expressing something openly
迂回的；不直截了当的
Example
This plant grows best in bright but indirect sunlight.
这种植物在明亮但不直射的阳光下长得最好。
Tourism provides indirect benefits to local farmers by increasing demand for fresh food in restaurants.
旅游业增加了餐馆对新鲜食材的需求，从而给当地农民带来间接收益。
Collocations
- indirect impact
- indirect sunlight
- indirect taxes
- indirect route
Word family
- indirectly (adv.)
- direct (adj.)
- directly (adv.)
Antonyms
- direct
Usage tip
既可指影响经由中间环节，也可指表达不直白。
FAQ
- What does indirect mean?
- Happening through another person, action, or stage Not following a straight route or expressing something openly
- How is indirect pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪndəˈrekt/, US /ˌɪndəˈrekt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
