direct

Definition

  • v. command with authority
  • v. guide the actors in (plays and films)
  • v. be in charge of
  • v. give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction

Word forms

Past participle
directed
Present participle
directing
Past tense
directed
Third person singular
directs

Example sentences

  1. a.

    She gave me a direct answer to my question.

  2. vt.

    The teacher will direct the students during the performance.

  3. vi.

    He will direct the team to complete the project on time.

  4. adv.

    She spoke directly to him about her concerns.