indirect

Definitions

Not directly caused by or resulting from something.

Not straightforward or direct in manner or action.

Deviating from a straight line; roundabout.

Examples

She gave an indirect answer when asked about her future plans.

The plant's growth was affected by the indirect sunlight filtering through the curtains.

Synonyms

circuitous roundabout oblique devious winding tortuous meandering

Antonyms

direct straight forthright explicit straightforward blunt immediate