Indirect Expression (Noun)
Meaning
An indirect way of expressing something.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The poet's use of metaphor was an indirect expression of her feelings about the war.
- The politician's statement about "certain individuals" was an indirect expression of her criticism of the opposition party.
- The artist's painting was an indirect expression of her inner turmoil, using bold brushstrokes and dark colors.
- Her smile was an indirect expression of her gratitude, as she didn't want to reveal her true feelings to the stranger.
- The novelist's description of the fictional town was an indirect expression of his nostalgia for his own hometown.