Synonyms for
Directing
Definition
The act of giving guidance or instructions for a particular task or purpose.
Synonyms & similar words
directional
train
guide
head
organise
place
address
send
manoeuver
steer
manoeuvre
mastermind
aim
organize
take
takeaim
engineer
calculate
maneuver
directive
guiding
target
orchestrate
channelise
direct
guiding
leading
managing
supervising
conducting
overseeing
steering
governing
regulating
controlling
commanding
instructing
ordering
telling
advising
suggesting
counseling
teaching
coaching
mentoring
Synonyms by register
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- directing traffic
- directing a play
- directing operations
- directing attention
- directing a film
- directing the orchestra
- directing a company
Word family
Usage note
Directing implies giving orders or instructions. It can also refer to the act of guiding or controlling the movement or course of something.
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Example sentences
- She is directing the movie.
- He is directing the traffic.
- The teacher is directing the students on the field trip.
- The coach is directing the players on the field.
- The manager is directing the employees to finish the project on time.
Quotes
I'm not interested in directing. I don't have the necessary patience.
I don't know if directing is my thing. I don't like to be the boss.
Directing is creating a whole. You're able to combine different elements and create a film that is unique and true to your vision.