westward
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈwɛstwərd/
KK: /ˈwɛstwərd/
adjective
Definition
In the direction of the west.
Example
The sun sets in a westward direction every evening.
Conversation
Are you still planning to travel westward this summer?
Yeah, I can't wait to see the mountains there!
That sounds amazing! I've heard the views are incredible westward.
Definitely! I’m so excited to explore new places.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
westerly
leftward
occidental
Antonyms
easterly
rightward
oriental
adverb
Definition
In the direction of the west.
Example
The travelers headed westward to reach the coast.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about traveling westward to see the Grand Canyon?
I haven't, but it sounds amazing!
Yeah, I heard the views get more incredible the further westward you go.
noun
Definition
A direction or area that is towards the west.
Example
The travelers headed westward to reach the mountains.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about traveling westward for our next trip?
That sounds like a great idea! I’ve always wanted to see the mountains.
Yeah, I heard the views are amazing in that westward direction.
Root Explanation
Westward → It is formed from "west" (from Old English "west", meaning the direction towards the setting sun) and "-ward" (meaning in the direction of). The word "westward" means in the direction of the west.
Memory Tip
Think of the direction towards the setting sun ('west') and how '-ward' indicates movement in that direction. This helps you remember that 'westward' means moving towards the west.
Visually Confused Words
restward
eastward
norwestward
midwestward
restwards
styward
steward
resward