direct

• 形容从一点径直通向另一点，中间不停顿或不改变方向；也用来形容人坦诚直率，说话不加掩饰。

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.

   直接的

   • 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.

   同义词expressnonstopstraightthroughundeviatingunswerving

   反义词circuitouscrookeddeviousindirectroundaboutwinding

2. Honest and straightforwardB1formal

   Saying exactly what you mean without hiding anything.

   直率坦诚

   • 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.

   同义词bluntcandidforthrightfrankhonestopenoutspokenplainspokensincerestraightforwardunequivocal

   反义词deceitfuldishonestevasiveguardedindirectinsinceresecretive

3. Immediate or without intermediariesB1formal

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

   直接的

   • 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.

   同义词face-to-facefirsthandimmediatenonstoppersonalstraightuninterruptedunmediated

   反义词deviousindirectmediatedroundabout

• 副词，表示“不中断地”或“沿直线地”，也用于描述不经过中间人或绕弯路而直接进行的动作；形式与形容词相同，不另加词尾。

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.

   直接

   • 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.

   同义词nonstopstraight

   反义词indirectly

2. Without intermediariesB1formal

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

   直接

   • 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.

   同义词firsthandimmediatelystraight

   反义词indirectly

• 动词，表示管理、指导或控制某人或某事的行动或方向。

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.

   下达指示

   • 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.

   同义词bidchargecommandenjoininstructorderrequiretell

   反义词complyfollowobey

2. Show the wayA2formal

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

   指路

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

   同义词conductescortguideindicateleadpointshowsteerusher

   反义词mislead

3. Manage or superviseB2formal

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

   主管

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

   同义词administerconductcontrolgovernheadleadmanageoverseerunsupervise

   反义词followobeyservesubmityield

4. Aim or pointB1formal

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

   指向

   • 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.

   同义词aimfocuslevelpointtargettrainturn

   反义词distractdivert