obliquely

[ uh-bleek-lee, oh-bleek-; Military uh-blahyk-lee, oh-blahyk- ]

adverb

1. in an oblique manner or direction.

Word History and Origins

Origin of obliquely¹

First recorded in 1565–75; oblique + -ly

Example Sentences

But think about the other thing that was stated bluntly and obliquely.

From Salon

A few obliquely say that they contain a “proprietary mushroom blend” or that they are “infused with magic.”

From Los Angeles Times

Almost from the beginning, Putin signaled, if obliquely, that he wanted Krasikov back.

From Los Angeles Times

And “Cecilia” obliquely questions consent by juxtaposing predators and prey and considering the individuation of memory.

From Seattle Times

Scientists hope the project will help them learn about Mars’s past, and how the solar system — and so, obliquely, humans — formed.

From Salon

Related Words

• sideways