What is another word for obliqueness?
Pronunciation: [əblˈiːknəs] (IPA) 
Obliqueness refers to the state of being indirect, ambiguous or evasive in speech, action or behavior. Some synonyms for obliqueness are circumlocution, equivocation, vagueness, ambiguity, indirectness, insinuation, innuendo, suggestion, hint, and allusion. These words denote veiled or roundabout ways of conveying meaning that aim to avoid a direct approach. The use of obliqueness can be intentional, as in the case of sarcasm or irony, or unintentional, as in the case of hesitation or uncertainty. The degree of obliqueness can also vary, from mild suggestion to deliberate misdirection. Being aware of these synonyms can help in understanding and interpreting oblique communication.
