Word DIRECTION: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

direction

🇺🇸 [dəˈrɛkʃən]

Meanings

The path or course along which something moves or faces, or the guidance provided for reaching a goal or destination. Direction can also refer to instructions on how to do something.

Examples

• She gave clear directions to the restaurant.
• The car followed the road in the direction of the mountains.
• He asked for directions to the nearest gas station.
• We were unsure of the direction to take on the trail.
• The manager provided direction for the new project.

Synonyms

path • course • guidance

Antonyms

confusion • misdirection • aimlessness