indirect expression
ˌɪndaɪˈrɛkt ɪkˈsprɛʃən
Definition

Definition of indirect expression - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
implicationphrase that implies rather than states
  • Her indirect expression left everyone guessing her true intentions.
euphemism innuendo
2.
communicationindirect way of expressing something
  • He used an indirect expression to avoid hurting her feelings.
circumlocution euphemism
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Expressions with indirect

indirect approachn.
method not straightforward or direct
He used an indirect approach to solve the problem.
indirect correlationn.
connection where one thing affects another indirectly
There is an indirect correlation between exercise and happiness.
indirect reportn.
report given by someone who heard it from another
She gave an indirect report of the meeting.
indirect lightingn.
lighting that illuminates a space without direct beams hitting the eye
The living room's cozy atmosphere was enhanced by the indirect lighting.
indirect benefitn.
useful gain received as a side effect of some other action
Local shops enjoyed an indirect benefit from the new train station.
indirect participationn.
involvement in an activity through others instead of acting personally
Shareholders have indirect participation in company decisions through the board of directors.

Expressions with expression

his expression spoke volumesexp.
show feelings or thoughts clearly without using words
His expression spoke volumes about his disappointment.
someone's expression spoke volumesexp.
shows a lot of emotion without words
Her expression spoke volumes about her disappointment.
facial expressionn.
face shows feelings or thoughts by moving muscles
Her facial expression showed she was surprised.
slang expressionn.
informal language not suitable for formal occasions
He used a slang expression during the meeting.
someone's expression says a lotexp.
facial look shows feelings or thoughts without words
Her expression says a lot about how she feels.
self-expressionn.
the act of expressing one's feelings, thoughts, or ideas
Art is a form of self-expression that allows individuals to convey their emotions.
oral expressionn.
spoken sharing of thoughts or feelings with other people
Her clear oral expression helped everyone understand the complex topic.
animated expressionn.
lively and expressive look or gesture
Her animated expression showed her excitement.
expression of sympathyn.
gesture showing support or understanding
His hug was an expression of sympathy during her tough time.
freedom of expressionn.
right to express ideas and opinions without censorship
Freedom of expression is protected by the constitution.

Terms related to indirect expression

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expressallusionconnotationhintimplicationinsinuationsubtextsuggestionundertoneambiguityinnuendoobliqueness

Terms with indirect expression included in their meaning

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backhandedadj.
language
indirect or ambiguous in expression
ellipticadj.
speech
indirect or obscure in expression
ellipticallyadv.
communication
in a manner that is indirect or obscure in expression

Examples of indirect expression in a sentence

  • The letter was full of indirect expressions.
  • An indirect expression was used to convey the bad news.
  • She preferred indirect expressions to maintain diplomacy.

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  1. French:expression indirecte, ...
  2. German:indirekter Ausdruck, ...
  3. Italian:espressione indiretta, ...
  4. Spanish:expresión indirecta, ...
  5. Portuguese:expressão indireta, ...
  6. Chinese:暗示性表达, 间接表达, ...
  7. Japanese:暗示, 遠回しな表現, ...
  8. Arabic:تَلْمِيح, تعبير غير مباشر, ...
  9. Hebrew:בִּיטּוּי עֲקִיף, בִּטּוּי עָקִיף, ...
  10. Russian:косвенное выражение, ...
  11. Ukrainian:непрямий вираз, евфемізм, ...
  12. Hindi:संकेत, अप्रत्यक्ष अभिव्यक्ति, ...
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