west

noun
UK: /west/
US: /west/

  1. The direction that is on your left when you are facing north.

    1. The sun sets in the west. [ ] [ ]
    2. We drove west for several hours before reaching the coast, enjoying the sunset. [ ] [ ]

  2. A region or country that lies in the west.

    1. They moved to the West. [ ] [ ]
    2. The cultures of the East and the West offer fascinating contrasts in values. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

occident
west verb

  1. To travel or move towards the west.

    1. We will west tomorrow. [ ] [ ]
    2. The pioneers decided to west, seeking new opportunities in uncharted territories. [ ] [ ]
west adjective

  1. Located in or facing the west.

    1. That is the west side. [ ] [ ]
    2. The west wing of the building houses the administrative offices and reception. [ ] [ ]

  2. Relating to the western part of a country or area.

    1. We love west coast! [ ] [ ]
    2. The west region is known for its agricultural production and picturesque landscapes. [ ] [ ]
west adverb

  1. Towards the west.

    1. Go west five miles. [ ] [ ]
    2. The flock of birds flew west, following the warmer temperatures and longer days. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "west" in English means: The direction that is on your left when you are facing north., A region or country that lies in the west..

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

Synonyms for "west": occident.

Example usage of "west": "The sun sets in the west.". More examples on the page.