also: ちょくさい
direct; frank; straightforward
Describes a manner of speaking or acting that is blunt, without evasion or euphemism. Often used for criticism or honest opinions.
His direct way of speaking sometimes hurts people.
To put it bluntly, the plan is a failure.
Rarely used; emphasizes quick, resolute action without hesitation. More commonly expressed with 即断 or 迅速.
It's an emergency that requires decisive action.
plain and simple; straightforward
simple and straightforward; frank and direct
Standard kanji form; the reading ちょくせつ is the most common.
Rare reading; ちょくせつ is overwhelmingly preferred in modern usage.
The kanji 直 means 'straight, direct' and 截 means 'cut, sever'. The compound originally suggests cutting straight to the point. The reading ちょくせつ is standard; ちょくさい is a rare alternative reading.