Definition

The condition of being aimed or focused towards a specific goal or direction.

Example

The directedness of her efforts helped the team achieve their objectives.

Conversation

I've been thinking about the directedness of my goals lately.

That sounds interesting! What do you mean by that?

I guess I'm trying to figure out if I'm really focused on what I want.

It's definitely important to have that kind of directedness in life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Directedness → It is formed from "direct" (from Latin "directus", meaning straight or guided) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "directedness" refers to the quality of being guided or aimed in a particular direction.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'guided' ('directus') in a 'straight' way, and the '-ness' shows it's a quality. This helps you remember that 'directedness' means the quality of being aimed or guided.

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