- directly
- I UK [dɪˈrek(t)lɪ] / US / UK [daɪˈrek(t)lɪ] / US
adverb ***
1) in a way that involves only the two people or things mentioned, with no one or nothing else coming in betweenI prefer to deal directly with the manager.
I am holding you directly responsible for this.
This will contribute directly to the strength of the economy.
Many problems can be directly linked to the decline in manufacturing.
2) going straight to a place and not stopping or changing direction on the way thereHis British lawyer arrived at Frankfurt airport this morning and went directly to the prison.
Patrick took Jane by the elbows and looked directly into her eyes.
3) exactlyThe post office is directly opposite the town hall.
There was no light on in the room directly above.
4) in a very clear and honest way that shows what you really thinkJackson avoided saying directly that he disapproved of the proposals.
5) immediatelyHe left the office directly after the meeting.
6) old-fashioned in a short timeThe manager will be with you directly.
II UK [dɪˈrektlɪ] / US / UK [daɪˈrektlɪ] / US conjunction Britishas soon asI came directly I heard what had happened.
English dictionary. 2014.