Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
indirect effect
noun
/ɪnˈdɛrɛkt ɪˈfɛkt/
Definition
The impact of one event or variable on another event or variable that occurs through a mediating factor, rather than directly influencing it.
Examples
- Stress can have an indirect effect on health by disrupting sleep patterns.
- The marketing campaign had an indirect effect on sales through increased brand awareness.
- Economic changes can lead to indirect effects on employment through shifts in consumer behavior.
Meaning
An indirect effect suggests that the influence is not straightforward or immediate but occurs through a series of steps or connections.
Synonyms
- collateral effect
- secondary effect
- spillover effect
