directed
directed is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, directed is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofdirected
- To manage, control, steer.
Example: "to direct the affairs of a nation or the movements of an army"
- To aim (something) at (something else).
Example: "He directed his question to the room in general."
- To point out or show to (somebody) the right course or way; to guide, as by pointing out the way.
Example: "He directed me to the left-hand road."
- To point out to with authority; to instruct as a superior; to order.
Example: "She directed them to leave immediately."
- To put a direction or address upon; to mark with the name and residence of the person to whom anything is sent.
Example: "to direct a letter"
- In a manner emphasizing one's point of view.
- Having the properties of a directed graph.
- Having the properties of a directed set.
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