Definition of Direction
Direction
di·rec·tion


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The act of guiding or showing the way to someone or something.

e.g. The GPS provided clear direction to the nearest gas station.

(noun)
the way to reach a particular destination, the route to take to reach somewhere;

e.g. They both have a strong sense of direction and can easily find their way without a map.

(noun)
the general way in which something or someone is developing or tending;

e.g. She did not like the direction the conversation was taking.

(noun)
a general purpose or aim that serves to guide a person or activity;

e.g. Having a regular routine can give you direction and prevent you from being overwhelmed.

(noun)
the action or instance of guiding, supervising, or managing someone or something;

e.g. Under my grandmother's direction, I learned how to knit a scarf.

(noun)
instructions on how to do something, for example an order of action or the details on how to reach a particular destination (usually used as "directions");

e.g. You should listen to the directions before starting your work. We stopped the car to ask for directions from someone.



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Quotes
  • "A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." -- John C Maxwell

  • "Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction. " -- John F Kennedy

  • "Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have twenty-four hour days." -- Zig Ziglar

  • "You cannot change your destination overnight. But you can change your direction." -- Jim Rohn

  • "You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You are on your own, and you know what you know. And you are the guy who'll decide where to go." -- Dr Seuss



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