direct

• Qualifie ce qui va tout droit d'un point à un autre sans arrêt ni changement de direction ; s'emploie aussi pour une personne franche qui dit ce qu'elle pense.

Describes something that goes straight from one point to another without stopping or changing direction; also used to describe a person who is honest and says what they mean.

1. Straight or without deviationA2formal

   Going from one point to another without turning or stopping.

   direct (sans détour)

   • We took a direct flight to Paris.
   • This is the most direct route to the city center.
   • She gave me direct instructions on how to proceed.

   Synonymesexpressnonstopstraightthroughundeviatingunswerving

   Antonymescircuitouscrookeddeviousindirectroundaboutwinding

2. Honest and straightforwardB1formal

   Saying exactly what you mean without hiding anything.

   franc, direct

   • He is known for his direct manner of speaking.
   • She gave a direct answer to the question.
   • I appreciate your direct feedback on my work.

   Synonymesbluntcandidforthrightfrankhonestopenoutspokenplainspokensincerestraightforwardunequivocal

   Antonymesdeceitfuldishonestevasiveguardedindirectinsinceresecretive

3. Immediate or without intermediariesB1formal

   Involving no other people, steps, or processes in between.

   direct (sans intermédiaire)

   • He has direct contact with the CEO.
   • The company sells its products through direct sales.
   • There is a direct link between smoking and lung cancer.

   Synonymesface-to-facefirsthandimmediatenonstoppersonalstraightuninterruptedunmediated

   Antonymesdeviousindirectmediatedroundabout

• Adverbe signifiant 'sans interruption' ou 'en ligne droite'. Utilisé pour décrire une action faite sans intermédiaire ni détour. La forme coïncide avec l'adjectif et ne prend pas la terminaison -ly.

An adverb meaning 'without interruption' or 'in a straight line.' It is used to describe an action performed without intermediaries or detours. The form is identical to the adjective and does not take the -ly ending.

1. Without stopping or changing directionA2formal

   In a straight line or without any intermediate stops.

   directement (sans s'arrêter ni changer de direction)

   • The flight goes direct from London to New York.
   • She drove direct to the hospital after the accident.
   • Please send the package direct to my office address.

   Synonymesnonstopstraight

   Antonymesindirectly

2. Without intermediariesB1formal

   In a way that involves no other people, steps, or processes.

   directement

   • You can contact the manager direct if you have any issues.
   • The artist sells his paintings direct to the public.
   • I prefer to buy direct from the manufacturer.

   Synonymesfirsthandimmediatelystraight

   Antonymesindirectly

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de guider, de gérer ou de contrôler les actions ou le cours de quelque chose ou de quelqu'un.

A verb used to indicate the act of managing, guiding, or controlling the actions or course of something or someone.

1. Give instructions or ordersB1formal

   To tell someone what to do in an authoritative manner.

   ordonner, donner des ordres

   • The manager directed the team to complete the report by Friday.
   • She directed the students to sit down and be quiet.
   • He directed his assistant to schedule a meeting.

   Synonymesbidchargecommandenjoininstructorderrequiretell

   Antonymescomplyfollowobey

2. Show the wayA2formal

   To tell or show someone how to get to a place.

   indiquer le chemin

   • Can you direct me to the nearest subway station?
   • The sign directed us to the exit.
   • She directed the tourists towards the museum.

   Synonymesconductescortguideindicateleadpointshowsteerusher

   Antonymesmislead

3. Manage or superviseB2formal

   To be in charge of an activity, organization, or project.

   diriger

   • He directs the research department at the university.
   • She directed the entire marketing campaign.
   • The committee is directed by an experienced chairman.

   Synonymesadministerconductcontrolgovernheadleadmanageoverseerunsupervise

   Antonymesfollowobeyservesubmityield

4. Aim or pointB1formal

   To aim something (like a weapon, attention, or effort) at a specific target.

   Diriger, pointer

   • He directed the flashlight towards the dark corner.
   • The teacher directed her attention to the student's question.
   • They directed all their efforts towards winning the competition.

   Synonymesaimfocuslevelpointtargettrainturn

   Antonymesdistractdivert