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Definitions from WordNet

Noun directness has 1 sense
  1. directness, straightness - trueness of course toward a goal; "rivaling a hawk in directness of aim"
    --1 is a kind of characteristic
    Antonyms: indirectness
    --1 has particulars: downrightness, straightforwardness; immediacy, immediateness

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Term: Directness

Description:

Directness refers to the quality or state of being straightforward, honest, and without beating around the bush. It is the ability to communicate clearly and in a concise manner, devoid of ambiguity or indirection.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Directness (noun) refers to the act or quality of expressing thoughts or ideas in a straightforward and honest manner.

Example sentence: His directness in stating his opinion made it clear where he stood on the matter.

Sense 2:

Directness (noun) also refers to the absence of ambiguity or indirection, making communication more efficient and easily comprehensible.

Example sentence: The company's policy of promoting directness in internal communications helped streamline decision-making processes.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Directness (adjective) is used to describe something that is characterized by being straightforward, honest, and without pretense.

Example sentence: Her directness in her approach to problem-solving earned her the respect of her colleagues.

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