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straightaway

 

[ ˈstreɪtəˌweɪ ]

Adverb / Noun
Context #1 | Adverb

immediately

Without delay or hesitation; at once.

Synonyms

directly, immediately, instantly, promptly

Examples of usage

  • He left straightaway after receiving the news.
  • She knew she had to act straightaway to prevent any further damage.
  • We need to address this issue straightaway before it gets out of hand.
Context #2 | Noun

direction

A straight course or path.

Synonyms

clear route, direct course, straight path

Examples of usage

  • He walked in a straightaway towards the exit.
  • The road ahead was a long straightaway with no turns.

Translations

Translations of the word "straightaway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imediatamente

🇮🇳 तुरंत

🇩🇪 sofort

🇮🇩 segera

🇺🇦 негайно

🇵🇱 natychmiast

🇯🇵 すぐに

🇫🇷 immédiatement

🇪🇸 inmediatamente

🇹🇷 hemen

🇰🇷 즉시

🇸🇦 فوراً

🇨🇿 ihned

🇸🇰 okamžite

🇨🇳 立刻

🇸🇮 takoj

🇮🇸 strax

🇰🇿 бірден

🇬🇪 აუცილებლად

🇦🇿 dərhal

🇲🇽 inmediatamente

Etymology

The word 'straightaway' originated in the late 16th century from the combination of 'straight' and 'away'. It is commonly used in English to indicate moving or acting in a direct and immediate manner.

See also: straight, straightedge, straighten, straightened, straightening, straightforward, straightforwardness, straightness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,664, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.