eastern

adjective
UK: /ˈiːstən/
US: /ˈiːstərn/

  1. Located in or directed toward the east.

    1. The eastern side of the building gets the morning sun. [ ] [ ]
    2. The expedition headed in an eastern direction to explore new territories. [ ] [ ]

  2. Relating to the east part of the world or a country.

    1. We visited the eastern states during our summer vacation. [ ] [ ]
    2. The eastern culture has significantly influenced global artistic trends. [ ] [ ]

  3. Used to describe the countries in Asia that are to the east of Europe.

    1. Many people are fascinated by eastern philosophies and traditions. [ ] [ ]
    2. The Silk Road was crucial for trade between eastern and western civilizations. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

oriental eastward easternmost
eastern noun

  1. A person who lives in the east of a country or region.

    1. The easterns are known for their hospitality. [ ] [ ]
    2. As easterns, they brought unique perspectives to the national discussion. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "eastern" in English means: Located in or directed toward the east., Relating to the east part of the world or a country., Used to describe the countries in Asia that are to the east of Europe..

The phonetic transcription of "eastern" is /ˈiːstən/ in British English and /ˈiːstərn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "eastern": oriental, eastward, easternmost.

Example usage of "eastern": "The eastern side of the building gets the morning sun.". More examples on the page.