straightaway

/streɪtəˈweɪ/

/streɪtəˈweɪ/

Other forms: straightaways

Definitions of straightaway

1. adjective

   performed with little or no delay
   “a straightaway denial”

   synonyms: immediate, prompt, quick

   fast

   acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly
2. noun

   a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
   synonyms: straight

   types:

   stretch

   a straightaway section of a racetrack

   homestretch

   the straight stretch of a racetrack leading to the finish line

   type of:

   section, segment

   one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object
3. adverb

   without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
   “found an answer straightaway”

   synonyms: at once, directly, forthwith, immediately, instantly, like a shot, now, right away, straight off