Indirect
Example: De indirecte gevolgen van zijn beslissing waren moeilijk te voorspellen.
Definition
"Indirect" describes something that is not done in a straightforward or direct manner but happens as a consequence or through an intermediary. For example, "indirect consequences" refer to outcomes that result from an action but are not immediate or obvious.
Etymology
The word "indirect" comes from the Latin 'indirectus,' meaning not straight or not direct. It combines 'in-' (not) with 'directus' (direct). Did you know? The term originally referred to physical directions but later extended to abstract uses, like indirect effects or communication.
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"Indirect" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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