directly

英[dɪ'rektlɪ;daɪ-] 美[dɪˈrɛktli,daɪ-]

1. without deviation;

"the path leads directly to the lake"

"went direct to the office"

2. without anyone or anything intervening;

"these two factors are directly related"

"he was directly responsible"

"measured the physical properties directly"

3. without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening;

"he answered immediately"

"found an answer straightaway"

"an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"

"Come here now!"

4. in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly;

"he didn't answer directly"

"told me straight out"

"came out flat for less work and more pay"