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DIRECTLY

(adverb, conj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Directly.

How to pronounce directly:

US

Directly - as an adverb

Without deviation

Example: "The path leads directly to the lake"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
directstraight

Without anyone or anything intervening

Example: "These two factors are directly related"

Without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

Example: "He answered immediately"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
at onceforthwithimmediatelyinstantlylike a shotnowright awaystraight offstraightaway

In a forthright manner; candidly or frankly

Example: "He didn't answer directly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flatstraight
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
indirectly

Directly - as a conjunction

As soon as; immediately.

Example Sentences

"He spoke directly to the audience."
"I received the message directly from him."
"She looked directly into my eyes."
"The sunlight shone directly through the window."
"The road leads directly to the beach."
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Word Game Points

Is DIRECTLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, directly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIRECTLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DIRECTLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, directly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIRECTLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is DIRECTLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, directly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIRECTLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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