Directors: meaning, definitions and examples
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directors
[ dɪˈrɛktərz ]
film industry
A person who is in charge of making a film or movie, overseeing the creative aspects and guiding the actors and crew.
Synonyms
cinematographer, filmmaker, movie director
Examples of usage
- He is one of the most successful directors in Hollywood.
- The director has a unique vision for this project.
- The director's cut of the film will be released soon.
business
A person who is on the board of a company and is responsible for making decisions about how the company is run.
Synonyms
board member, executive, manager
Examples of usage
- The board of directors will meet to discuss the new business strategy.
- She was appointed as a director of the company last year.
Translations
Translations of the word "directors" in other languages:
🇵🇹 diretores
🇮🇳 निर्देशकों
🇩🇪 Regisseure
🇮🇩 sutradara
🇺🇦 режисери
🇵🇱 reżyserzy
🇯🇵 監督
🇫🇷 réalisateurs
🇪🇸 directores
🇹🇷 yönetmenler
🇰🇷 감독
🇸🇦 مخرجين
🇨🇿 režiséři
🇸🇰 režiséri
🇨🇳 导演
🇸🇮 režiserji
🇮🇸 leikstjórar
🇰🇿 режиссерлер
🇬🇪 რეჟისორები
🇦🇿 rejissorlar
🇲🇽 directores
Word origin
The word 'directors' originated from the Latin word 'dirigere', which means 'to guide or manage'. In the context of the film industry, the role of a director has evolved over time to become a crucial part of the filmmaking process, responsible for bringing a script to life on screen. In the business world, directors play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of a company and ensuring its success.
See also: bidirectional, direct, directability, directing, direction, directions, directive, directiveness, directives, directly, directness, director, directorial, directory, indirect, misdirect, misdirection, undirected.