STRAIGHT


Meaning of STRAIGHT in English

I. adverb

1.

Synonyms: away 3, at once, directly, first off, forthwith, immediately, instanter, now, right away, straightaway

2.

Synonyms: directly 1, dead, direct, due, right, straightly, undeviatingly

II. adjective

1.

Synonyms: direct 2, straightforward, through, uninterrupted

Idioms: as straight as an arrow

Antonyms: circuitous

2.

Synonyms: straightforward 2, aboveboard, forthright, plain dealing

3.

free from admixture or extraneous matter

a shot of straight liquor

Synonyms: neat, plain, pure, unadulterated, undiluted, unmixed

Related Word: unmodified; concentrated; strong

Contrasted words: adulterated, blended, mixed; watered-down; weak

4.

Synonyms: conventional 1, button-down, orthodox, square

III. noun

Synonyms: right 1, good

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