straightway

• 古旧副词，意为“立即”或“马上”。用于旧式英语，尤其在圣经和文学文本中，表示毫不延迟的行动。

An archaic adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'at once.' It was used in older English, particularly in biblical and literary texts, to indicate prompt action without delay.

1. ImmediatelyC1formalbritish

   Without any delay; at once.

   立即

   • He was told to report to the office straightway.
   • She recognized the problem and acted straightway.
   • The message was sent straightway after the decision was made.

   同义词forthwithimmediatelyinstantlyright away

   反义词eventuallysubsequentlyultimately

2. DirectlyC1formalbritish

   In a direct or straightforward manner; without deviation.

   直接地

   • The path leads straightway to the village.
   • He spoke straightway to the point, avoiding any digression.
   • The arrow flew straightway to its target.

   同义词straightstraightforwardly