1. Communication that conveys a message through non-explicit means, such as hints, implications, body language, or third parties rather than direct statement
She used indirect communication by sighing heavily instead of saying she was upset.
Ela usou comunicação indireta ao suspirar profundamente em vez de dizer que estava chateada.
2. Communication mediated through intermediaries or channels rather than face-to-face interaction
The message was sent through indirect communication via a messenger.
A mensagem foi enviada através de comunicação indireta via um intermediário.
3. In linguistics and discourse analysis, speech that reports what someone said without quoting them directly
Indirect communication includes reported speech and paraphrasing.
A comunicação indireta inclui discurso relatado e paráfrase.