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Exam: TOEFL

directionless

IPA: /dɪˈrɛkʃənləs/

KK: /dɪˈrɛkʃənləs/

adjective

Definition: Not having a clear aim or purpose; wandering without a specific goal.

Example: After graduating, he felt directionless and unsure of what to do next.

directive

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktɪv/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is meant to guide or influence actions or decisions.

Example: The manager issued a directive to improve team communication.

noun

Definition: A command or instruction given by someone in authority that tells people what to do.

Example: The manager issued a directive to improve workplace safety.

directivity

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktɪvɪti/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktɪvɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or characteristic of being directed towards a specific point or in a specific direction, often used in contexts like physics or engineering.

Example: The directivity of the antenna allows it to focus signals in a particular direction.

directly

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktli/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktli/

adverb

Definition: In a straightforward manner, without anything in between; immediately or without delay.

Example: She spoke directly to the manager about her concerns.

conjunction

Definition: In a way that is immediate or without anything in between; straight to the point or without delay.

Example: She answered the question directly without hesitation.

directness

IPA: /dɪˈrɛkt.nəs/

KK: /dɪˈrɛkt.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being straightforward and honest in communication or action.

Example: Her directness in addressing the issue surprised everyone in the meeting.

director

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktər/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktər/

noun

Definition: A person who is in charge of managing or overseeing a group, organization, or production, such as in a film or theater.

Example: The director gave clear instructions to the actors before the performance.

directorate

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktəˌreɪt/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktərɪt/

noun

Definition: A group of people who manage or oversee an organization, often in a corporate or governmental context.

Example: The directorate met to discuss the company's future plans.

directorial

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktərɪəl/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktərɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a person who directs, especially in a film or theater context.

Example: The directorial style of the film was praised for its creativity and innovation.

directory

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktəri/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktəri/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'directory' is not an adjective; it is primarily a noun referring to a list or collection of information, such as names, addresses, or files.

Example: The directory contains all the contact information for the employees.

noun

Definition: A collection of names, addresses, or other information organized in a specific order, often used to find contact details or resources.

Example: I found the phone number I needed in the directory.

directress

IPA: /dɪˈrɛktrɪs/

KK: /dɪˈrɛktrɪs/

noun

Definition: A woman who is in charge of a project, organization, or performance, similar to a director.

Example: The directress of the theater announced the new play.

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