directorial
/ˌdaɪrekˈtɔːriəl/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌdaɪrekˈtɔːriəl/ (ame, ipa) · /də-ˌrek-ˈtȯr-ē-əl (ˌ)dī-/ (ame, mw)
directorial — adjective
- directorialpositive
- more directorialcomparative
- most directorialsuperlative
1. relating to the artistic leadership and creative decisions involved in directing
relating to the artistic leadership and creative decisions involved in directing a film, play, or other live performance.
Kim's directorial debut was praised for its bold camera work and emotional depth.
directorial debut — first work as a director
The festival awarded the directorial prize to a first-time filmmaker from Senegal.
directorial prize — award for directing
Wei's directorial style blends traditional stage techniques with modern digital effects.
After six years as an assistant, Elena got a directorial role on a West End musical.
- director's
the possessive form used with 'cut', 'chair', etc. ('director's chair'), while 'directorial' is more formal and used for abstract qualities ('directorial style').
文法句型
directorial + noun
用法筆記
Attributive only — use before a noun (e.g. directorial debut). Not used predicatively (✗ His work is very directorial).
常見錯誤
2. relating to the role or authority of a person serving on the board or in senior
relating to the role or authority of a person serving on the board or in senior management of a company, institution, or other organization.
The board reviewed the CEO's directorial responsibilities before approving the merger.
directorial responsibilities — duties of a company director
Dr. Okonkwo was promoted to a directorial position at the university research centre.
Ananya's directorial experience at the bank made her a strong candidate for the government post.
The charity is looking for someone with strong directorial skills to lead its expansion in Asia.
- executive
broader term covering any high-level management role; 'directorial' is specifically about the position of director.
- managerial
focuses on day-to-day management rather than board-level oversight.
- board-level
more specific to membership of a board of directors.
文法句型
directorial + noun
用法筆記
Used almost exclusively attributively. In corporate contexts 'directorial' often overlaps with 'executive' but is narrower — it refers specifically to the role of a director on a board, not any senior manager.