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What is another word for Direct? – 136 Direct Synonyms

    Need another word for Direct? Use these synonyms of Direct from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    straight straightforward uncomplicated unambiguous explicit clear obvious evident apparent straightforward frank honest sincere candid open upfront forthright blunt straightforwardly straightly lineal linear point-blank outright explicit unequivocal unreserved unrestrained unrestricted unobstructed unhindered unimpeded

    Meaning of Direct

    According to Merriam-Webster, "direct" can mean being in a straight line or course, or extending or moving straight from one point to another.

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines "direct" as extending or moving in a straight line or by the shortest course, or straightforward and uncomplicated in nature or character.
    • Cambridge Dictionary defines "direct" as moving or aiming straight at something, or honest and straightforward in what you say or do.

    Example Uses

    • The new highway will provide a direct route to the city, reducing travel time by half.
    • The company will direct all inquiries to their customer service department.
    • The teacher gave direct instructions on how to complete the assignment.
    • The direct sunlight made it difficult to see the screen.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    indirect circuitous roundabout complicated ambiguous unclear obscure vague implicit covert secretive evasive deceptive misleading dishonest insincere duplicitous contradictory confusing perplexing puzzling enigmatic cryptic ambiguous unclear