Dirigé (en. Directed)

/diʁiʒe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is oriented or pointed in a certain direction.
The project is directed towards innovation.
Le projet est dirigé vers l'innovation.
Which is under someone's direction.
The team is led by an experienced manager.
L'équipe est dirigée par un manager expérimenté.
Which is controlled or managed.
The organization is overseen by a board of directors.
L'organisation est dirigée par un conseil d'administration.

Etymology

From the verb "diriger," derived from the Latin 'dirigere.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Take the reins
To take control or direction of a situation.
prendre les rênes
Run a meeting
To lead a meeting or be responsible for it.
diriger une réunion
Be well-directed
To be under good direction or management.
être bien dirigé

Related Words

Leader
Person who directs an organization.
dirigeant
Direction
Action of directing, manner of guiding.
direction
To direct
Action of guiding or controlling something.
diriger

Slang Meanings

To be in charge.
He has been in charge for years.
Il est aux commandes depuis des années.
To be at the helm.
She is at the helm of the company.
Elle est à la barre de l'entreprise.