west

/wˈɛst/

/ˈwɛst/

West

the direction towards which the sun goes down, which is on the left side of a person facing north

synonyms : due west

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

synonyms : Occident

the region of the United States lying to the west of the Mississippi River

a location in the western part of a country, region, or city

English painter (born in America) who became the second president of the Royal Academy (1738-1820)

United States film actress (1892-1980)

synonyms : Mae West

British writer (born in Ireland) (1892-1983)

the direction corresponding to the westward cardinal compass point

west

situated in or facing or moving toward the west

antonyms : east

west

to, toward, or in the west

Examples

1. The west is known for its stunning landscapes and breathtaking sunsets.

2. The west is often associated with notions of freedom and adventure.

3. The west is home to vast deserts, rolling plains, and majestic mountain ranges.

4. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.