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Definitions

directly

[dih-rekt-lee, dahy-] / dɪˈrɛkt li, daɪ- /
ADVERB
the shortest route
Synonyms
STRONGEST
precisely straight
STRONG
direct
WEAK
as a crow flies beeline dead due exactly plump right slam-bang slap smack smack dab straightly undeviatingly unswervingly without deviation
Antonyms
WEAK
indirectly
ADVERB
as soon as possible
Synonyms
STRONGEST
immediately instantaneously instantly promptly quickly shortly
STRONG
forthwith straightaway
WEAK
anon at once contiguously dead due first off in a second instanter presently pronto right away speedily straight off
Antonyms
STRONGEST
eventually later
WEAK
indirectly
ADVERB
straightforwardly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
candidly honestly openly personally
WEAK
in person literally plainly point-blank truthfully unequivocally verbatim without prevarication word for word
Antonyms
WEAK
indirectly

Example Sentences

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“Tom has put in place an investment policy to ensure that he does not directly invest in fossil fuels, payday lending, or private prisons,” spokesman Anthony York said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Leo has repeatedly called for peace in the Middle East and this week directly urged US President Donald Trump to find an "off-ramp".

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The airport is advising passengers due to fly later on Saturday evening or on Sunday morning to contact their airline directly for updates.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

One of the most notable findings is how much of the change is tied directly to permafrost thaw.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

A man came out of the building directly in front of them.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.