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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

  1. adj Going straight from one point to another without stopping or changing course.
  2. adj Honest and straightforward in manner.
  3. verb To manage, guide, or control something.
  4. verb To oversee the making of a film, play, or similar production.

directly — full definition

  1. adv In a straight line or straightforward manner, without detour.
  2. adv Without anyone or anything else involved.
  3. adv Immediately or very soon.

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