Pronunciation

/streɪt/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Directly in a line or direction; not bent or curved. For example: “The arrow shot straight through the target.”
  • Noun: A straight line or path. For example: “Drive straight on until you reach the next intersection.”
  • Adverb: In a straight manner; without deviation. For example: “She walked straight home.”

Phrases

• “Keep it straight” means to be honest or accurate.
• “Straight talk” refers to straightforward and honest communication.
• “She drove straight into my life” is a figure of speech for unexpectedly meeting someone.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The ruler is straight and precise.”
• Noun: “The fence runs straight across the yard.”
• Adverb: “He told me the story straight, without any embellishments.”

Synonyms

• Direct
• Unbent
• Uncompromising
• Level
• True
• True-to-the-core

Antonyms

• Curved
• Bending
• Wavy -蜿蜒曲折
• Indirect

Usage

• Straight can also be used in idiomatic expressions like “come straight out” (to tell the truth), “be straight with someone” (to be honest), or “get your act together” (to organize yourself).