1. An answer that does not directly address the question asked; a response that is evasive, indirect, or ambiguous
When asked about his involvement, he gave an oblique answer that left everyone confused.
Quando questionado sobre seu envolvimento, ele deu uma resposta indireta que deixou todos confusos.
2. A reply that hints at or suggests something without stating it plainly
Her oblique answer suggested she knew more than she was willing to admit.
Sua resposta indireta sugeriu que ela sabia mais do que estava disposta a admitir.