west

[wɛst]

west Definition

• 1. the direction towards the point of the horizon where the sun sets
• 2. the western part of a country, region, or town

Using west: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "west" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sun sets in the west.

• Example

  I live in the west of the city.

• Example

  The West Coast of the United States is known for its beaches and sunny weather.

west Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for west

• occident
• western part

Antonyms for west

• east

Phrases with west

• go west

  to move or travel towards the west

  Example

  The pioneers went west in search of gold.

• wild west

  a period of lawlessness and adventure in the western United States during the late 1800s

  Example

  Many movies and books depict the Wild West as a time of cowboys, gunfights, and saloons.

• far west

  the westernmost part of a country or region

  Example

  The far west of the United States is home to many national parks and natural wonders.

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Summary: west in Brief

The term 'west' [wɛst] refers to the direction towards the point of the horizon where the sun sets, and also to the western part of a country, region, or town. It can be used in phrases like 'go west,' which means to move or travel towards the west, and 'wild west,' which refers to a period of lawlessness and adventure in the western United States during the late 1800s.