directed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈrɛktɪd/
KK: /dɪˈrɛktɪd/
adjective
Definition
Having a specific direction or aim; controlled or guided by someone or something.
Example
The directed study program allows students to focus on their individual interests.
Conversation
I heard the new project is very directed towards sustainability.
That sounds interesting! How do they plan to achieve that?
They mentioned some guidelines that are strictly directed by environmental regulations.
Wow, it's great to see companies taking responsibility like that!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
supervised
regulated
guided
Antonyms
unregulated
indirect
uncontrolled
verb
Definition
To guide or control something towards a specific goal or destination.
Example
She directed the team to complete the project on time.
Tense Forms
Past: directed
Past Participle: directed
Conversation
Did you hear about the new movie they just directed?
Yeah, I saw the trailer! It looks amazing.
I heard it was directed by that famous filmmaker we both love.
Root Explanation
Directed → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart or in different directions) and "regere" (meaning to guide or rule). The word "directed" means guided or managed towards a specific point or goal.
Memory Tip
Think of someone guiding or managing something 'in different directions' — 'di-' means apart, and 'regere' means to guide.
Visually Confused Words
undirected
indirected
unidirected
dissected