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indirection Synonyms

Another word for indirection

Choosing another word for indirection depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Indirectness or a lack of straightforwardness in action, speech, or procedure; the use of roundabout or evasive means.

Usage Example

"The diplomat relied on subtle indirectness rather than blunt demands to negotiate the treaty."

Strongest
indirectness
circuitousness
Strong
circumlocution
evasiveness
obliqueness
deviousness
subterfuge

• noun (Context 2)

In computer programming, the ability to reference data using a name, reference, or pointer instead of the value itself.

Usage Example

"Adding a layer of dereferencing through pointers allows the software to manage memory more flexibly."

Strong
dereferencing

Opposites of indirection

The opposite of indirection shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

directness
straightforwardness
frankness
candor
forthrightness
See all opposites of indirection

• Nearby Words

indigo
indigofera
indirect
indirection
indirectly
indirectness
indiscernible

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Indirection. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/indirection
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