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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

Word origin

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.