Directly: meaning, definitions and examples
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directly
[ dəˈrɛktli ]
communication
In a direct manner, without anything blocking or coming in between.
Synonyms
immediately, straight, straightforward
Examples of usage
- He spoke directly to the audience without any notes.
- She looked directly into his eyes and told him the truth.
action
Without delay or detour; by a straight route or without breaking a journey.
Synonyms
immediately, straight, straightforward
Examples of usage
- The road will take you directly to the airport.
- The train travels directly from London to Edinburgh.
consequence
In a clear and unmistakable manner, often implying a causal relationship.
Synonyms
clearly, explicitly, indirectly
Examples of usage
- His actions directly led to the success of the project.
- The new policy will directly affect all employees.
Translations
Translations of the word "directly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 diretamente
🇮🇳 सीधे
🇩🇪 direkt
🇮🇩 langsung
🇺🇦 безпосередньо
🇵🇱 bezpośrednio
🇯🇵 直接に (ちょくせつに)
🇫🇷 directement
🇪🇸 directamente
🇹🇷 doğrudan
🇰🇷 직접
🇸🇦 مباشرةً
🇨🇿 přímo
🇸🇰 priamo
🇨🇳 直接 (zhíjiē)
🇸🇮 neposredno
🇮🇸 beint
🇰🇿 тікелей
🇬🇪 პირდაპირ
🇦🇿 birbaşa
🇲🇽 directamente
Word origin
The word 'directly' originated from the Latin word 'directus', meaning straight or direct. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe actions or communication done in a straightforward and immediate manner.
See also: bidirectional, direct, directability, directing, direction, directions, directive, directiveness, directives, directness, director, directorial, directors, directory, indirect, misdirect, misdirection, undirected.