southerly
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈsʌðərli/
KK: /ˈsʌðərli/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that comes from or is located in the direction of the south.
Example
The southerly winds brought warmer temperatures to the region.
Conversation
Did you feel that southerly breeze coming in?
Yeah, it makes the weather so much warmer!
I love how it changes the atmosphere around here.
Me too, it really adds to the charm of this place.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
southern
downward
lower
Antonyms
northern
upward
higher
adverb
Definition
In a direction toward the south or coming from the south.
Example
The wind blew southerly, bringing warm air from the coast.
Conversation
Did you feel that southerly breeze earlier?
Yeah, it felt nice and warm!
I love when the wind comes from the south like that.
noun
Definition
A wind or storm that comes from the southern direction.
Example
The southerly winds brought warmer temperatures to the region.
Conversation
Did you feel that southerly breeze today?
Yeah, it was nice and warm outside!
I think it's going to bring some rain later, though.
Root Explanation
**Southerly** → It is formed from "south" (from Old English *sūþ*, meaning the direction toward the south) and "-erly" (a suffix indicating direction or orientation). The word "southerly" means in the direction of the south or toward the south.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'south' to remember that 'southerly' refers to a direction toward the south.
Visually Confused Words
outerly
smothery
scouther
motherly
suther
sourly
outher