Directory and Guide

Directory noun - An alphabetical list of names and addresses.

Guide is a synonym for directory in reference work topic. In some cases you can use "Guide" instead a noun "Directory", when it comes to topics like reference book, reference guide.

Nearby Words: direction, director, directive, directorial, directorship

Guide noun - One that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy.

Directory is a synonym for guide in information topic. You can use "Directory" instead a noun "Guide", if it concerns topics such as reference work, guidebook, reference book, reference guide.

Nearby Words: guidance, guided, guideline, guiding