indirectly
adverb
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Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.dɪˈɹɛk(t).li/ / /ˌɪn.daɪˈɹɛk(t).li/ / /ˌɪn.dɪˈɹek(t).li/
adv
Etymology: From Middle English inderectely, indirectly, equivalent to indirect + -ly or in- + directly.
- In an indirect manner.
“His alcoholism had a direct effect on his health, and indirectly caused problems for others.”
“At laſt a new Ceſſation of Hoſtilities upon theſe Points was reſolved on; yet the Hatred continues, and the War goes on, though more covertly, and more indirectly than before.”