direct

Meanings

• adjective

  1. Having a course or direction toward a goal or objective; not indirect.

  - "The direct approach to solving the problem is often the best."
  - "The company's directives were clear and concise."

• adjective

  2. Giving or intended to give instructions or orders directly.

  - "The manager gave direct orders to the employees."
  - "The doctor gave direct instructions to the patient."

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Pronunciation

1. /d(a)ɪˈɹɛkt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

indirect

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Synonyms

explicit , patent , univocal , immediate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with direct
hymes , crimes , chimes , mimes

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Homophones

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1. Dire (French) : to say
   

2. Director () : a person who oversees and manages the production of a film, play, or similar project.
   

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Variants

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direct , directed , directing , directs , directer , directest , direct action , direct actions , direct broadcast satellite , satellite , satellite television , direct current , direct currents , direct deposit , direct examination , direct examinations , direct lighting , direct lightings , direct mail , direct mails

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Forms

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directed, directing, directly

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Etymology

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Old French 'diriger' meaning 'to manage, to guide'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'direct hit' originated from naval warfare, where a shell that hits its target directly is considered a 'direct hit'.

2. The term 'director' has its roots in the Latin word 'directus', meaning 'guided' or 'pointed'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Indirect: Opposite of direct, meaning having a roundabout or oblique course or direction.

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Culture

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In literature, 'direct' is often used to describe a character's straightforward and honest nature. In art, it can refer to a painting or sculpture that depicts objects or figures in a clear and unfiltered way.

How to Memorize "direct"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a straight line or arrow to represent the concept of 'direct'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of clear, straightforward communication or action.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'directly to the point' as a mnemonic for remembering the definition.

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