Definition

In the direction of the east.

Example

The sun rises eastward every morning.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about traveling eastward this summer?

That sounds like a great idea! I've always wanted to explore that direction.

Yeah, there are so many interesting places to see if we go eastward.

Exactly! We could experience different cultures and foods along the way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

In the direction of the east.

Example

The sun rises eastward every morning.

Conversation

Did you notice how the sun rises eastward every morning?

Yeah, it's really beautiful to watch it come up over the hills.

I love taking my coffee outside to enjoy the view eastward.

Definition

A direction or area that is towards the east.

Example

The sun rises in the eastward part of the sky.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about traveling eastward this summer?

That sounds like an adventure! Where would you go?

I was thinking about exploring some national parks eastward from here.

Root Explanation

Eastward → It is formed from "east" (from Old English "ēast", meaning the direction of the sunrise) and "-ward" (meaning in the direction of). The word "eastward" means in the direction of the east.

Memory Tip

Think of the direction of the sunrise ('east') and remember that 'eastward' means moving in that direction.

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