Definitions and Examples of northwest, northeast
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The direction that is the opposite of southeast, midway between north and west.
Example
The sun sets in the northwest during the summer months.
The direction that is the opposite of southeast, midway between north and east.
Example
The winter storm is expected to move from the northeast towards the southeast.
Key Differences: northwest vs northeast
- 1Northwest is the opposite direction of southeast and is midway between north and west.
- 2Northeast is also the opposite direction of southeast but is midway between north and east.
Effective Usage of northwest, northeast
- 1Navigation: Use these antonyms to give or follow directions.
- 2Geography: Incorporate these words in geography lessons to teach cardinal directions.
- 3Travel: Utilize these antonyms when planning trips or discussing travel destinations.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of southeast are northwest and northeast, which indicate opposite directions on a compass. Use these words for navigation, geography lessons, and travel discussions.
