directional
adjective
di·rec·tion·al
də-ˈrek-shnəl 
-shə-nᵊl
1
: of, relating to, or indicating direction in space:
a
: suitable for detecting the direction from which radio signals come or for sending out radio signals in one direction only
a directional antenna
b
: operating most effectively in a particular direction
a directional microphone
2
: relating to direction or guidance especially of thought or effort
Examples of directional in a Sentence
We work with maps to improve the students' directional skills.
the directional signal lights on an automobile
The radio has a directional antenna.
Recent Examples on the Web
The controls are also a step up due in large part to the inclusion of a proper directional pad.
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Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 10 July 2024
Overall, this season had an air of relaxed ease and sophistication mixed with a more directional edge and youthful twist.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
Every address and every vote cast will be a moment to demonstrate the directional tide of the Democratic party and the 2024 Presidential Election.
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She’s brought a fashion directional point of view to the world of same-same white dresses, becoming a go-to for style insiders and celebrities alike, including Naomi Biden, Zoë Kravitz and Julia Garner.
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Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 10 July 2024
Overall, this season had an air of relaxed ease and sophistication mixed with a more directional edge and youthful twist.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
Every address and every vote cast will be a moment to demonstrate the directional tide of the Democratic party and the 2024 Presidential Election.
—Essence, 17 Aug. 2024
She’s brought a fashion directional point of view to the world of same-same white dresses, becoming a go-to for style insiders and celebrities alike, including Naomi Biden, Zoë Kravitz and Julia Garner.
—Emily Mercer, WWD, 14 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for directional
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directional
adjective
di·rec·tion·al
də-ˈrek-sh(ə-)nəl
dī-
1
: relating to or indicating direction
directional signal lights on an automobile
2
: relating to direction or guidance especially of thought or effort
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