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indirection

noun

deceitful action that is not straightforward

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
11
Starts with
I
Ends with
N
Contains
ND
Scrabble score
14
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɪndəˈɹɛkʃən

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. deceitful action that is not straightforward

    “he could see through the indirections of diplomats”

noun

  1. indirect procedure or action

    “he tried to find out by indirection”

In context

Example Sentences

he could see through the indirections of diplomats
he tried to find out by indirection
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