oriental

adjective
UK: /ˌɔːriˈentl/
US: /ˌɔːriˈentl/

  1. Relating to the countries of East Asia.

    1. The oriental rug brightened up the room a lot.
    2. Many people appreciate the beauty of oriental art and design in architecture.

Synonyms

asian
oriental noun

  1. A person from East Asia.

    1. She is an oriental and proud of her heritage and cultural background.
    2. The gallery showcased portraits of diverse individuals including one oriental artist who was talented.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Synonyms for "oriental": asian.

Example usage of "oriental": "The oriental rug brightened up the room a lot.". More examples on the page.