Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Straightaway.
Straightaway - as a noun
A straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
straight12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
section9segment10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Straightaway - as an adverb
Without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
Example: "He answered immediately"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
at oncedirectly14forthwith21immediately19instantly12like a shotnow6right awaystraight offStraightaway - as an adjective satellite
Performed with little or no delay
Example: "An immediate reply to my letter"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
immediate14prompt12quick20Straightaway - as an adjective
Extendinf into the distance in a straight line.
Example Sentences
"He ran straightaway to catch the bus."
"The car sped off straightaway after the green light."
"She knew straightaway that something was wrong."
"The teacher corrected their mistake straightaway."
"They left the party straightaway as it became uncomfortable."
Word Game Points
Is STRAIGHTAWAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, straightaway is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STRAIGHTAWAY has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is STRAIGHTAWAY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, straightaway is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTRAIGHTAWAY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is STRAIGHTAWAY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, straightaway is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTRAIGHTAWAY has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
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