Direst: meaning, definitions and examples

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direst

 

[ ˈdaɪərɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

urgent situation

The term 'direst' is the superlative form of 'dire', which describes a situation or event that is extremely serious or urgent. When we use the word 'direst', we imply that among various severe situations, this is the worst or most critical. It often pertains to situations that require immediate attention or action to avert disaster. In various contexts, such as humanitarian crises or emergencies, the 'direst' conditions can result in significant consequences if not addressed promptly.

Synonyms

critical, extreme, most dire

Examples of usage

  • He faced the direst consequences of his actions.
  • The region is now facing the direst challenges due to climate change.
  • In the direst of circumstances, they managed to survive.

Translations

Translations of the word "direst" in other languages:

🇵🇹 direto

🇮🇳 सीधा

🇩🇪 direkt

🇮🇩 langsung

🇺🇦 прямий

🇵🇱 bezpośredni

🇯🇵 直接の

🇫🇷 direct

🇪🇸 directo

🇹🇷 doğrudan

🇰🇷 직접의

🇸🇦 مباشر

🇨🇿 přímý

🇸🇰 priamy

🇨🇳 直接的

🇸🇮 direkten

🇮🇸 beint

🇰🇿 түзу

🇬🇪 მباشე

🇦🇿 birbaşa

🇲🇽 directo

Etymology

The word 'dire' comes from the Latin 'dirus', which means 'fearful' or 'dreadful'. As it evolved into Middle English, it was used to describe events that evoked fear or anxiety. The adjective 'dire' carries the essence of urgency and severity, often associated with dramatic situations that warrant immediate attention. The superlative form 'direst' emphasizes the extremity of such situations. Over time, 'dire' and its variations have been employed in literature and conversation to describe crises, disasters, and urgent needs across various contexts, making it a significant term in the English language.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,366 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.