Dirigée (en. Directed)

/diʁiʒe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something that is oriented towards a specific goal.
This policy is directed towards sustainable development.
Cette politique est dirigée vers le développement durable.
Indicates an action or movement towards a specific destination.
The meeting will be directed towards conflict resolution.
La réunion sera dirigée vers la résolution des conflits.
Refers to a process that is supervised or managed.
The team is directed by an experienced professional.
L'équipe est dirigée par un professionnel expérimenté.

Etymology

From the verb 'diriger', originating from the Latin 'dirigere' which means 'to make straight'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

directed company
a company that is under the supervision of a governing group.
entreprise dirigée
directed governance
a governance system focused on specific objectives.
gouvernance dirigée
directed leadership
a leadership style focused on clear and objective guidelines.
leadership dirigé

Related Words

to direct
To ensure that something goes in the desired direction.
diriger
direction
The way or path that something follows.
direction
directive
An order or instruction given to guide action.
directive

Slang Meanings

To have the reins
He really has the reins of this organization in hand.
Il a vraiment les rênes de cette organisation en main.
To be in charge
She has been in charge of the project since the beginning.
Elle est aux commandes du projet depuis le début.