directorial
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to a director or direction: "directorial" describes something pertaining to a director, especially in the context of theater, film, or management.
- Having the style or function of a director: "directorial" can refer to the characteristic manner or role of a person who directs.
Usage Examples
- (Referring to the director's creative approach in filmmaking.)
- (Her first work as a director.)
- (The board of directors.)
Advanced Usage
"Directorial touch": a distinctive personal style or influence of a director in a creative work.
- The play had a clear directorial touch that brought the characters to life. (The director's influence was evident in the performance.)
"Directorial control": the authority to direct or manage a project or organization.
- The filmmaker maintained directorial control over every scene. (The director had final say in all creative decisions.)
Variants and Related Words
Director (n): a person who supervises the creative aspects of a film, play, or project, or manages an organization.
- The director gave clear instructions to the cast. (The person in charge of directing.)
Direct (v): to manage or guide the actions of someone or something.
- He was asked to direct the new production. (To act as a director.)
Directive (n): an official instruction or order.
- The company issued a directorial directive to all employees. (An order from the director.)
Synonyms
- Managerial: relating to management or direction.
- Supervisory: involving supervision or oversight.
- Administrative: regarding the management of an organization.
Related Idioms
To take a directorial stance: to assume a commanding or authoritative position in a situation.
- She took a directorial stance during the meeting, outlining the team’s next steps. (She acted as a leader giving direction.)
To follow the directorial lead: to obey the instructions of a director.
- The actors followed the directorial lead without question. (They did exactly as the director instructed.)