Directional (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Relating to direction toward a (nonspatial) goal; "he tried to explain the directional trends of modern science".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Related Words
Meaning 2
Showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on; "felt his mother's directing arm around him"; "the directional role of science on industrial progress".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Relating to or indicating directions in space; "a directional microphone".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The GPS system provided directional guidance to help the hikers navigate through the wilderness.
- The architect took a directional approach to designing the building, carefully considering the placement of windows and doors.
- A directional speaker would allow the theater to project sound directly to the audience without disturbing neighboring rooms.
- The photographer used a directional flash to highlight specific features of the subject.
- The travel app offered directional arrows to guide drivers through unfamiliar streets.