1. going straight from one place to another without stopping or changing direction
2. honest and straightforward in speech or behavior
3. with nothing or no one in between

1. to control or manage something
2. to tell someone how to get to a place
3. to aim something at a target or in a particular direction

1. without stopping or changing direction

Examples

• We took the direct route to avoid traffic.
• She gave me a direct answer to my question.
• The CEO has direct control over all major decisions.
• Can you direct me to the nearest hospital?
• He directed the flashlight toward the dark corner.
• The flight goes direct from New York to London.
• I prefer direct communication rather than hints.
• The teacher directed the students to open their books.