adj
Uncommon
directional
dih-REHK-shuh-nuhl
Directional (adj) means relating to or indicating direction. Example: “The app uses directional arrows to guide you.”
adj
1
Relating to or indicating direction.
"The app uses directional arrows to guide you."
noun
1
(US, informal) A vehicle's turn signal.
"He forgot to use his directional before changing lanes."
How to use directional
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to direction — or, in American usage, another word for a car's turn signal.
UK vs US
The turn-signal sense ("use your directional") is mainly American; British English usually says "indicator."
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Word forms
- Plural
- directionals
- Comparative
- more directional
- Superlative
- most directional
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The app uses _____ arrows to guide you.
Etymology
From "direction" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-al."
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for directional
coronal
rational
diagonal
personal
seasonal
national
optional
regional
hormonal
hexagonal
fictional
emotional
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Frequently asked questions
What does “directional” mean?
The word “directional” means relating to or indicating direction. In plain terms, relating to direction — or, in American usage, another word for a car's turn signal.
How do you pronounce “directional”?
“Directional” is pronounced dih-REHK-shuh-nuhl (/dɪˈɹɛk.ʃə.nəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “directional” in a sentence?
Here is “directional” used in a sentence: “The app uses directional arrows to guide you.”
What is the opposite of “directional”?
The opposite of “directional” — its antonyms — are stationary, static, local and locative.
What part of speech is “directional”?
Depending on how it is used, “directional” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “directional” a common word?
“Directional” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “directional” have?
“Directional” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or indicating direction.
