Indirectness

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnˈdaɪɹɛknəs/

Indirectness (noun)

  1. The way of speaking or acting without saying something plainly, often using hints or steps between the point and the message.
  2. A style of reasoning or presenting ideas that avoids a direct link, using intermediate ideas to reach the conclusion.

Examples

  • Her indirectness made the message feel softer.
  • Indirectness can hide the real meaning of a request.