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Synonyms & Similar Words
straightforwardly
immediately
instantly
promptly
quickly
swiftly
readily
readily
openly
frankly
honestly
plainly
clearly
explicitly
expressly
forthrightly
unambiguously
unequivocally
straight
levelly
flatly
squarely
face to face
head-on
personally
in person
intentionally
purposefully
deliberately
consciously
knowingly
willingly
voluntarily
explicitly
directly
openly
candidly
sincerely
genuinely
truthfully
faithfully
loyally
devotedly
steadfastly
Meaning of Directly
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "directly" means in a direct or straightforward manner, without anything intervening, or without delay.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "directly" as in a direct or straight line, or without any intervening medium or agent.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that "directly" means in a direct way, without any delay or hesitation.
Example Uses
- The manager spoke directly to the employee about the issue, ensuring a clear understanding of the problem.
- The new policy will affect the company directly, resulting in significant changes to its operations.
- The teacher explained the concept directly, using simple language to help the students understand.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
indirectly
vaguely
ambiguously
implicitly
indirectly
circuitously
vaguely
evasively
ambiguously
unclearly
obscurely
faintly
remotely
distantly
separately
independently
discreetly
secretly
privately
covertly
furtively
stealthily
surreptitiously
covertly
indirectly
obliquely
slantwise
askew
awry
sideways