The Opposite(Antonym) of “western”
The antonyms of western are eastern and oriental. The antonyms eastern and oriental refer to the opposite direction or location from the west. They can also describe cultures, traditions, and customs that are different from those of the western world.
Definitions and Examples of eastern, oriental
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Relating to or situated in the east, or the direction opposite to the west.
Example
The sun rises in the eastern part of the sky.
Relating to the countries of the Orient, or the eastern part of the world, especially East Asia.
Example
She loves to collect oriental art and decor.
Key Differences: eastern vs oriental
- 1Eastern refers to the direction opposite to the west, while oriental refers to the countries and cultures of the eastern part of the world.
- 2Eastern is a relational antonym, while oriental is a complementary antonym.
Effective Usage of eastern, oriental
- 1Geography: Use eastern to describe locations, directions, and regions that are opposite to the west.
- 2Culture: Use oriental to describe the customs, traditions, and art of the eastern part of the world.
- 3Language Learning: Incorporate these antonyms in language learning activities to teach vocabulary and improve comprehension.
Remember this!
The antonyms eastern and oriental refer to the opposite direction or location from the west and cultures, traditions, and customs that are different from those of the western world. Use eastern for geography and directions and oriental for culture and art. Incorporate these antonyms in language learning activities to improve vocabulary and comprehension.
