direction

• Substantivo que indica o curso ou caminho pelo qual algo se move, aponta ou está orientado, bem como uma instrução ou orientação sobre como agir.

A noun referring to the course or path along which something moves, points, or faces, or guidance on how to proceed.

1. Course or pathA1formal

   The line or course along which something moves, points, or faces.

   Direção

   • The car was heading in the wrong direction.
   • She pointed in the direction of the library.
   • The wind changed direction suddenly.

   Sinônimosbearingcourseheadinglinepathroutetracktrajectory

2. Guidance or instructionA2formal

   Information or instructions about what to do or how to proceed.

   Instrução

   • Please follow the directions on the medicine bottle.
   • He gave me clear directions to the train station.
   • The teacher provided direction for the assignment.

   Sinônimosbriefingcommanddirectiveguidanceindicationinstructionorderrecommendation

   Antônimosmisinformation

3. Management or leadershipB1formal

   The act of managing, guiding, or supervising a project, organization, or group.

   Direção

   • The project was completed under the direction of the senior engineer.
   • She took over the direction of the marketing campaign.
   • The company needs strong direction to succeed.

   Sinônimosadministrationcommandcontrolguidanceleadershipmanagementoversightsupervision

   Antônimoschaosdisordermismanagementneglect