Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
direct-relationship
noun
/dɪˈrɛkt rɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/
Definition
A direct relationship refers to a connection or association between two entities where changes in one entity cause equivalent changes in the other, without any intermediate factors.
Examples
- The direct relationship between study time and exam scores shows that more hours spent studying typically results in higher scores.
- In physics, there is a direct relationship between force and acceleration, as described by Newton’s second law.
Meaning
It signifies a clear and straightforward linkage in which one factor directly influences another.
Synonyms
- straight connection
- immediate association
- one-to-one relationship
- linear relationship
