Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
indireta
adjective
/in-dee-REH-tah/
Definition
A word that refers to a subtler or more indirect manner of expression.
Examples
- She gave an indireta compliment, hinting at his cooking skills without explicitly praising them.
- The speaker’s indireta approach made it harder for the audience to grasp the main point of the talk.
Meaning
In communication, ‘indireta’ means saying something in a way that is not straightforward, often implying rather than stating directly.
Synonyms
- subtle
- implicit
- oblique
- insinuating