direct — meaning in English
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English meaning
- direct adj Going straight from one point to another without stopping or changing course.
- directly adv In a straight line or straightforward manner, without detour.
- immediate adj Happening or done right away, without delay.
- immediately adv Right away, without any delay.
- outspoken adj Direct and honest in expressing opinions, even if controversial.
- readily adv Without hesitation or reluctance; willingly.
- straight adjective Extending in one direction without bending or curving.
- straightforward adjective Simple and easy to understand or do, without unnecessary complication.
Senses
direct is used for these senses in English:
- at once Immediately; now; right away.
- direct Proceeding without deviation or interruption.
- directly In a direct manner; in a straight line or course.
- directly Plainly, without circumlocution or ambiguity; absolutely; in express terms.
- directly (chiefly, dated, or, dialect, including, South Midlands, Cornwall) Soon; next; in due time; as soon as it becomes convenient.
- immediate Happening right away, instantly, with no delay.
- immediately In an immediate manner; instantly or without delay.
- outspoken Speaking, or spoken, freely, openly, or boldly; vocal; frank.
direct — full definition
- adj Going straight from one point to another without stopping or changing course.
- adj Honest and straightforward in manner.
- verb To manage, guide, or control something.
- verb To oversee the making of a film, play, or similar production.
directly — full definition
- adv In a straight line or straightforward manner, without detour.
- adv Without anyone or anything else involved.
- adv Immediately or very soon.