direct

1 of 3

verb

di·rect də-ˈrekt How to pronounce direct (audio)

dī-

directed; directing; directs

transitive verb

: to cause to turn, move, or point undeviatingly or to follow a straight course

X-rays directed through the body

: to point, extend, or project in a specified line or course

direct the nozzle downward

: to regulate the activities or course of

directs a staff of over 200 employees

: to carry out the organizing, energizing, and supervising of

direct a project

directed a call center

: to train and lead performances of

direct a movie

directing a famous actor

: to dominate and determine the course of

… will not find it preposterous that the past should be altered by the present as much as the present is directed by the past.

T. S. Eliot

: to impart orally

directed the remark to her fellow senators

: to mark with the name and address of the intended recipient

: to adapt in expression so as to have particular applicability

arguments directed at the emotions

obsolete : to write (a letter) to a person

: to show or point out the way for

signs directing us to the entrance

: to request or enjoin (see enjoin sense 1) with authority

the judge directed the jury to acquit

intransitive verb

: to act as director of a show or musical ensemble

She both acted and directed in the film.

: to point out, prescribe, or determine a course or procedure

direct

2 of 3

adjective

: proceeding from one point to another in time or space without deviation or interruption : straight

a direct line

: proceeding by the shortest way

the direct route

: stemming immediately from a source

direct result

: being or passing in a straight line of descent from parent to offspring : lineal

direct ancestor

: having no compromising or impairing element

a direct insult

: natural, straightforward

a direct manner

asked him to be more direct

was direct in her criticism

: marked by absence of an intervening agency, instrumentality, or influence

making direct observations of nature

: effected or brought about by the action of the people or the electorate and not by representatives

direct democracy

: consisting of or reproducing the exact words of a speaker or writer

a direct quotation

: characterized by close logical, causal, or consequential relationship

direct evidence

astronomy : having or being motion in the general planetary direction from west to east : not retrograde (see retrograde entry 1 sense 1a(1))

: capable of dyeing without the aid of a mordant

direct

3 of 3

adverb

: in a direct (see direct entry 2) way: such as

: from point to point without deviation : by the shortest way

flew direct to Miami

: from the source without interruption or diversion (see diversion sense 1)

the writer must take his material direct from life

Douglas Stewart

: without an intervening agency (see agency sense 3) or step

buy direct from the manufacturer

Example Sentences

Verb Be sure that the water nozzle is directed downward. The sloping ground helps direct water away from the home. Let me direct your attention to the book's second chapter. We were asked to direct our thoughts and prayers to the people who survived the disaster. The students directed their efforts toward improving their community. A lot of the criticism has been directed toward the concert's organizers. He is responsible for directing the activities of the sales team. In my current position, I direct a staff of over 200 employees. We need someone to direct traffic. Adjective I found a more direct route to the city. That way is more direct. Keep these plants out of direct sunlight. The coastline was exposed to the direct force of the hurricane. The weather had a direct effect on our plans. There's a direct connection between the two events. The investigation began in direct response to the newspaper story. Adverb It costs less if you buy it direct from the manufacturer. flew direct to the coast See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Hamish Hamilton, who directed the Super Bowl Halftime Show, which won three awards at the Creative Arts Emmys (though none for Hamilton), is set to direct the 74th Emmy Awards.

Paul Grein, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2022 Soderbergh is set to direct all six episodes of the series.

Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Sep. 2022 Nearly five years ago, Lucasfilm announced that Rian Johnson had signed on to write and direct a brand new trilogy.

Jacob Siegal, BGR, 1 Sep. 2022 Matt Tolmach and David Manpearl of Matt Tolmach Productions executive produce, with Jakob Verbruggen set to direct the first three episodes.

Joe Otterson, Variety, 29 Aug. 2022 Back in 2020, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah were set to direct the fourth installment of the Beverly Hills Cop franchise.

Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 29 Aug. 2022 Tim Burton is set to direct, finally helming a series that naturally aligns with his macabre aesthetic.

Amel Mukhtar, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2022 The Pirates of the Caribbean star is set to direct a movie called Modigliani, which revolves around Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani.

Brendan Morrow, The Week, 15 Aug. 2022 It was previously revealed nearly two years ago that the Material Girl herself would co-write (with Diablo Cody) and direct the still-untitled movie.

Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2022

Adjective

Canva’s new services represent a direct challenge to Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Adobe, whose digital tools are mainstays of the modern workplace.

Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2022 One way Meta has cemented its ties to developers is through direct grants to start-up virtual reality companies.

Naomi Nix, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 The conversation between manager A.J. Hinch and third baseman Jeimer Candelario was direct.

Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 14 Sep. 2022 The state regards the industry as a boon, bringing 12,000 direct full-time equivalent jobs, with both Baltimore-area and Ocean City-area port facilities seeing the windfall.

From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Expanding will allow the center to hire an additional 50 to 60 people, most of whom will be in direct service.

Shari Rudavsky, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Sep. 2022 In London, train stations, statues and buildings are named after officers of the British Raj, the name for direct crown rule in India, Rajina said.

Sakshi Venkatraman, NBC News, 13 Sep. 2022 Those direct deals, which make up approximately 3% of BMI’s overall distribution, totaled $49 million, or $36 million less than the previous year.

Thania Garcia, Variety, 13 Sep. 2022 Taking every play on a direct snap, Goodwin ran 42 times for 286 yards and 2 touchdowns while passing for another 41 yard score in a 30-21 win.

Jonathan X. Simmons, cleveland, 13 Sep. 2022

Adverb

Gracie wallpaper, fresh morning eggs direct from the chicken coop, and its stable of mini ponies.

Carole Radziwill, Town & Country, 4 Aug. 2022 Or fly direct from Atlanta to Mobile Regional Airport in Mobile, Alabama, pick up a rental car and drive 57 miles west on I-10.

Jennifer Kornegay, ajc, 15 Aug. 2022 Right now, the one that most stands out to me is that Mercury is going direct (yes, Mercury is not always retrograde) in its home sign of Virgo, thereby making a nice trine (120° angle) to the Mars, Uranus, and North Node cluster.

Emily Newhouse, Allure, 11 Aug. 2022 Without the retailer as the middleman, manufacturers can capture a significantly greater share of the profit by selling direct.

David Clucas, Outside Online, 29 Mar. 2013 More From Logistics Report Food and beverage companies have also jumped on the direct-selling bandwagon.

Akiko Matsuda, WSJ, 6 Aug. 2022 That's a saving from booking those nights direct with the resort, which totaled $514.84.

Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 28 July 2022 Then Jupiter enters its yearly retrograde period, reevaluating our beliefs and our confidence before turning direct again on November 23rd.

Chicago Tribune, 27 July 2022 When Slaiby left, in 1996, the war was over and Lebanon was in fact dealing with the turmoil that followed; Slaiby traveled to Canada on a visa; and, while arduous, the Cyprus-Germany-Canada route also seems like a cheaper option than flying direct.

Myung J. Chun, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2022 See More

Kids Definition

direct 1 of 3

verb

di·rect də-ˈrekt How to pronounce direct (audio)

dī-

directed; directing

: to cause to point or move in a particular direction

Direct your light over here.

: to cause to focus on

direct your attention

: to show or tell the way

Signs directed us to the exit.

: to put an address on

direct a letter

: order entry 1 sense 2, command

Bake as directed.

: to manage or control the making or activities of

direct a play

She directs a large company.

direct

2 of 3

adjective

: going from one point to another without turning or stopping : straight

a direct route

: coming straight from a cause or source

… the skunk … sprayed Brian with a direct shot …

Gary Paulsen, Hatchet

: said or done in a clear and honest way

a direct answer

: being in an unbroken family line

a direct ancestor

: exact entry 1

a direct translation

a direct hit

direct

3 of 3

adverb

: directly sense 1

I flew direct to Paris.

Legal Definition

direct 1 of 3

transitive verb

di·rect

: to order with authority

the testator directed that the car go to his niece

: to order entry of (a verdict) without jury consideration

the court directed a verdict in favor of the defendant

: to act as director of

intransitive verb

: to act as director

direct

2 of 3

adjective

: stemming immediately from a source

direct costs

a direct claim

compare derivative

: being or passing in a straight line from parent to offspring : lineal

a direct ancestor

compare collateral

: marked by absence of any intervening agency, instrumentality, or influence

direct consequences

: effected by the action of the people or the electorate and not by representatives

direct democracy

: characterized by close logical, causal, or consequential relationship

a direct interest in the outcome of the litigation

direct

3 of 3

noun

: direct examination

testimony given on direct

单词	directing
释义	direct 1 of 3 verb di·rect də-ˈrekt dī- directed; directing; directs transitive verb 1 : to cause to turn, move, or point undeviatingly or to follow a straight course X-rays directed through the body 2 : to point, extend, or project in a specified line or course direct the nozzle downward 3 a : to regulate the activities or course of directs a staff of over 200 employees b : to carry out the organizing, energizing, and supervising of direct a project directed a call center c : to train and lead performances of direct a movie directing a famous actor d : to dominate and determine the course of … will not find it preposterous that the past should be altered by the present as much as the present is directed by the past. T. S. Eliot 4 a : to impart orally directed the remark to her fellow senators b : to mark with the name and address of the intended recipient c : to adapt in expression so as to have particular applicability arguments directed at the emotions d obsolete : to write (a letter) to a person 5 : to show or point out the way for signs directing us to the entrance 6 : to request or enjoin (see enjoin sense 1) with authority the judge directed the jury to acquit intransitive verb 1 : to act as director of a show or musical ensemble She both acted and directed in the film. 2 : to point out, prescribe, or determine a course or procedure direct 2 of 3 adjective 1 a : proceeding from one point to another in time or space without deviation or interruption : straight a direct line b : proceeding by the shortest way the direct route 2 a : stemming immediately from a source direct result b : being or passing in a straight line of descent from parent to offspring : lineal direct ancestor c : having no compromising or impairing element a direct insult 3 : natural, straightforward a direct manner asked him to be more direct was direct in her criticism 4 a : marked by absence of an intervening agency, instrumentality, or influence making direct observations of nature b : effected or brought about by the action of the people or the electorate and not by representatives direct democracy c : consisting of or reproducing the exact words of a speaker or writer a direct quotation 5 : characterized by close logical, causal, or consequential relationship direct evidence 6 astronomy : having or being motion in the general planetary direction from west to east : not retrograde (see retrograde entry 1 sense 1a(1)) 7 : capable of dyeing without the aid of a mordant direct 3 of 3 adverb : in a direct (see direct entry 2) way: such as a : from point to point without deviation : by the shortest way flew direct to Miami b : from the source without interruption or diversion (see diversion sense 1) the writer must take his material direct from life Douglas Stewart c : without an intervening agency (see agency sense 3) or step buy direct from the manufacturer Synonyms Verb canalize channel channelize conduct funnel pipe siphon syphon Adjective firsthand immediate primary unmediated Adverb dead directly due plumb plump right straight straightway See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb Be sure that the water nozzle is directed downward. The sloping ground helps direct water away from the home. Let me direct your attention to the book's second chapter. We were asked to direct our thoughts and prayers to the people who survived the disaster. The students directed their efforts toward improving their community. A lot of the criticism has been directed toward the concert's organizers. He is responsible for directing the activities of the sales team. In my current position, I direct a staff of over 200 employees. We need someone to direct traffic. Adjective I found a more direct route to the city. That way is more direct. Keep these plants out of direct sunlight. The coastline was exposed to the direct force of the hurricane. The weather had a direct effect on our plans. There's a direct connection between the two events. The investigation began in direct response to the newspaper story. Adverb It costs less if you buy it direct from the manufacturer. flew direct to the coast See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb Hamish Hamilton, who directed the Super Bowl Halftime Show, which won three awards at the Creative Arts Emmys (though none for Hamilton), is set to direct the 74th Emmy Awards. Paul Grein, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2022 Soderbergh is set to direct all six episodes of the series. Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Sep. 2022 Nearly five years ago, Lucasfilm announced that Rian Johnson had signed on to write and direct a brand new trilogy. Jacob Siegal, BGR, 1 Sep. 2022 Matt Tolmach and David Manpearl of Matt Tolmach Productions executive produce, with Jakob Verbruggen set to direct the first three episodes. Joe Otterson, Variety, 29 Aug. 2022 Back in 2020, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah were set to direct the fourth installment of the Beverly Hills Cop franchise. Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 29 Aug. 2022 Tim Burton is set to direct, finally helming a series that naturally aligns with his macabre aesthetic. Amel Mukhtar, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2022 The Pirates of the Caribbean star is set to direct a movie called Modigliani, which revolves around Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani. Brendan Morrow, The Week, 15 Aug. 2022 It was previously revealed nearly two years ago that the Material Girl herself would co-write (with Diablo Cody) and direct the still-untitled movie. Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2022 Adjective Canva’s new services represent a direct challenge to Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Adobe, whose digital tools are mainstays of the modern workplace. Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2022 One way Meta has cemented its ties to developers is through direct grants to start-up virtual reality companies. Naomi Nix, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 The conversation between manager A.J. Hinch and third baseman Jeimer Candelario was direct. Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 14 Sep. 2022 The state regards the industry as a boon, bringing 12,000 direct full-time equivalent jobs, with both Baltimore-area and Ocean City-area port facilities seeing the windfall. From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Expanding will allow the center to hire an additional 50 to 60 people, most of whom will be in direct service. Shari Rudavsky, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Sep. 2022 In London, train stations, statues and buildings are named after officers of the British Raj, the name for direct crown rule in India, Rajina said. Sakshi Venkatraman, NBC News, 13 Sep. 2022 Those direct deals, which make up approximately 3% of BMI’s overall distribution, totaled $49 million, or $36 million less than the previous year. Thania Garcia, Variety, 13 Sep. 2022 Taking every play on a direct snap, Goodwin ran 42 times for 286 yards and 2 touchdowns while passing for another 41 yard score in a 30-21 win. Jonathan X. Simmons, cleveland, 13 Sep. 2022 Adverb Gracie wallpaper, fresh morning eggs direct from the chicken coop, and its stable of mini ponies. Carole Radziwill, Town & Country, 4 Aug. 2022 Or fly direct from Atlanta to Mobile Regional Airport in Mobile, Alabama, pick up a rental car and drive 57 miles west on I-10. Jennifer Kornegay, ajc, 15 Aug. 2022 Right now, the one that most stands out to me is that Mercury is going direct (yes, Mercury is not always retrograde) in its home sign of Virgo, thereby making a nice trine (120° angle) to the Mars, Uranus, and North Node cluster. Emily Newhouse, Allure, 11 Aug. 2022 Without the retailer as the middleman, manufacturers can capture a significantly greater share of the profit by selling direct. David Clucas, Outside Online, 29 Mar. 2013 More From Logistics Report Food and beverage companies have also jumped on the direct-selling bandwagon. Akiko Matsuda, WSJ, 6 Aug. 2022 That's a saving from booking those nights direct with the resort, which totaled $514.84. Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 28 July 2022 Then Jupiter enters its yearly retrograde period, reevaluating our beliefs and our confidence before turning direct again on November 23rd. Chicago Tribune, 27 July 2022 When Slaiby left, in 1996, the war was over and Lebanon was in fact dealing with the turmoil that followed; Slaiby traveled to Canada on a visa; and, while arduous, the Cyprus-Germany-Canada route also seems like a cheaper option than flying direct. Myung J. Chun, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Verb and Adverb Middle English, from Anglo-French directer, from Latin directus straight, from past participle of dirigere to direct — more at dress Adjective Middle English, from Latin directus — see direct entry 1 First Known Use Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 4d Adjective 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 6 Adverb 14th century, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing direct direct product direct object direct mail direct lighting direct marketing direct debit direct sum direct-response self-direct direct variation direct current direct broadcast satellite co-direct direct examination direct tax direct action direct primary direct deposit See More direct product direct object direct mail direct lighting direct marketing direct debit direct sum direct-response self-direct direct variation direct current direct broadcast satellite co-direct direct examination direct tax direct action direct primary direct deposit See More Kids Definition direct 1 of 3 verb di·rect də-ˈrekt dī- directed; directing 1 : to cause to point or move in a particular direction Direct your light over here. 2 : to cause to focus on direct your attention 3 : to show or tell the way Signs directed us to the exit. 4 : to put an address on direct a letter 5 : order entry 1 sense 2, command Bake as directed. 6 : to manage or control the making or activities of direct a play She directs a large company. direct 2 of 3 adjective 1 : going from one point to another without turning or stopping : straight a direct route 2 : coming straight from a cause or source … the skunk … sprayed Brian with a direct shot … Gary Paulsen, Hatchet 3 : said or done in a clear and honest way a direct answer 4 : being in an unbroken family line a direct ancestor 5 : exact entry 1 a direct translation a direct hit direct 3 of 3 adverb : directly sense 1 I flew direct to Paris. Legal Definition direct 1 of 3 transitive verb di·rect 1 : to order with authority the testator directed that the car go to his niece 2 : to order entry of (a verdict) without jury consideration the court directed a verdict in favor of the defendant 3 : to act as director of intransitive verb : to act as director direct 2 of 3 adjective 1 a : stemming immediately from a source direct costs a direct claim compare derivative b : being or passing in a straight line from parent to offspring : lineal a direct ancestor compare collateral 2 : marked by absence of any intervening agency, instrumentality, or influence direct consequences 3 : effected by the action of the people or the electorate and not by representatives direct democracy 4 : characterized by close logical, causal, or consequential relationship a direct interest in the outcome of the litigation direct 3 of 3 noun : direct examination testimony given on direct directing 1 of 3 adjective as in managing Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance managing overseeing controlling supervisory ruling reigning officiating senior leading main lead commanding head major predominant predominate paramount first presiding regnant high-level principal sovereign chief supreme primary prime foremost premier top dominant upper preeminent superior uppermost sovran ascendant supereminent topmost high grand ascendent upmost Antonyms & Near Antonyms second less last lower subordinate secondary ancillary lesser assisting subsidiary inferior lowly assistant under junior deputy coadjutor See More directing 2 of 3 noun as in commanding Synonyms & Similar Words commanding ordering fostering promotion facilitation mandate empowerment entrustment commendation commission authorization delegation consignment accreditation license licence directing 3 of 3 verb present participle of direct 1 as in funneling to cause to move to a central point or along a restricted pathway the aqueduct directs the water into an artificial lake Synonyms & Similar Words funneling channeling conducting channelizing carrying funnelling channelling siphoning focusing transmitting canalizing conveying piping syphoning concentrating consolidating focussing 2 as in instructing to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority our tour guide directed us to wait in front of the building until she could rejoin us Synonyms & Similar Words instructing ordering telling commanding asking enjoining advising bidding begging charging requesting warning adjuring petitioning appointing authorizing requiring supervising managing entreating controlling overseeing forcing assigning leading bossing (around) beseeching conducting commissioning compelling superintending coercing counseling constraining obliging counselling Antonyms & Near Antonyms obeying following observing keeping minding complying (with) 3 as in ordering to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority the caretaker directed that all of the windows be closed before we left Synonyms & Similar Words ordering requesting asking dictating commanding requiring mandating calling decreeing demanding ordaining petitioning calling for Antonyms & Near Antonyms canceling cancelling countermanding rescinding 4 as in supervising to look after and make decisions about the music teacher directs both the student orchestra and the marching band Synonyms & Similar Words supervising overseeing managing controlling regulating operating conducting handling running governing guiding administering keeping administrating tending superintending protecting steering stewarding leading watching overlooking carrying on watching over safeguarding guarding presiding (over) piloting minding micromanaging stage-managing co-directing co-managing codirecting comanaging caring (for) 5 as in aiming to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal we quickly directed our attention toward the noise coming from the rear Synonyms & Similar Words aiming casting heading steering focusing holding pinpointing training bending setting concentrating leveling orienting levelling facing focussing inclining sighting bearing Antonyms & Near Antonyms diverting deflecting curving shunting averting rechanneling detouring sidetracking See More 6 as in guiding to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front the guide directed the tour through the museum with commendable efficiency and expertise Synonyms & Similar Words guiding steering leading conducting showing ushering accompanying routing escorting marshaling marshalling piloting managing controlling preceding attending seeing chaperoning convoying Antonyms & Near Antonyms following trailing tailing hounding shadowing dogging tailgating See More
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