Synonyms for

Directional

Verb / dɜ:ˈekʃʌnʌl / / di:ˈrekʃɪnʌl / / daɪˈrekʃɪnʌl / / dɪˈrekʃɪnʌl / Another word for directional — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or indicating directions, or having a set direction

Synonyms & similar words

omnidirectional directing guiding directive guiding pointing indicative orienting steering aiming positioning locational pathfinding vector polar heading bearing compass orientation direction

Synonyms by register

Formal

oriented specific guided purposeful

Informal

pointed headed on-track

Literary

arrow-like linear

Antonyms

nondirectional random unspecified aimless unfocused general unoriented

Common collocations

  • directional control
  • directional microphone
  • directional antenna
  • directional light
  • directional drilling
  • directional sense
  • directional indicator

Word family

noun direction
adverb directionally

Usage note

Often used in technical or scientific contexts to describe something that has a specific path or orientation. Avoid using it where 'specific' or 'focused' would be clearer in general conversation.

Example sentences

  1. The directional signs helped us find the correct road.
  2. I need a directional antenna to pick up the signal.
  3. The compass gave us the directional heading we needed.
  4. The GPS system gives you good directional advice.
  5. The directional microphone helped pick up the speaker's voice.

Quotes

  • Love is not a feeling of happiness. Love is a willingness to sacrifice. - Michael Novak
  • Every time you have to come up with a new direction in your life, it requires a sacrifice of something that you're already comfortable with. - Elizabeth Gilbert
  • Few things can help an individual more than to place responsibility on him, and to let him know that you trust him. - Booker T. Washington

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