directly

Word parts

direct + -ly

Directly is on the Academic Vocabulary List.

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /dɪˈrɛk(t)li/ or /daɪˈrɛk(t)li/

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Adverb

Positive directly

Comparative more directly

Superlative most directly

1. If something happens directly, it happens with nothing in between.
   • Antonym: indirectly

   I don't think we'll be directly affected by these changes.

Preposition

Preposition directly

1. right after; as soon as.
   • Synonyms: immediately and instantly

   I'll pay him a visit directly I've finished my tea.