Direct: meaning, definitions and examples
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direct
[ dɪˈrɛkt ]
communication
Extending or moving from one place to another by the shortest way without changing direction or stopping.
Synonyms
straight, undeviating, uninterrupted
Examples of usage
- He gave me direct instructions on how to get there.
- She took a direct flight from New York to Los Angeles.
Translations
Translations of the word "direct" in other languages:
🇵🇹 direto
🇮🇳 प्रत्यक्ष (pratyakṣa)
🇩🇪 direkt
🇮🇩 langsung
🇺🇦 прямий
🇵🇱 bezpośredni
🇯🇵 直接 (chokusetsu)
🇫🇷 direct
🇪🇸 directo
🇹🇷 doğrudan
🇰🇷 직접 (jikjŏp)
🇸🇦 مباشر
🇨🇿 přímý
🇸🇰 priamy
🇨🇳 直接 (zhíjiē)
🇸🇮 neposreden
🇮🇸 beinn
🇰🇿 тікелей
🇬🇪 პირდაპირი (p'irdap'iri)
🇦🇿 birbaşa
🇲🇽 directo
Word origin
The word 'direct' originated from the Latin word 'directus', which means 'straight'. It has been used in English since the 14th century. Over time, the meaning of 'direct' has evolved to encompass various senses related to guiding, controlling, and influencing. The word has become an essential part of communication and leadership, reflecting the importance of clear instructions and straightforward actions.
See also: bidirectional, directability, directing, direction, directions, directive, directiveness, directives, directly, directness, director, directorial, directors, directory, indirect, misdirect, misdirection, undirected.