westward
0 antonyms and opposites of westward, grouped by meaning.
Adv — Toward the west.
How to use westward
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English westweard, combining west with -weard, the ancestor of the modern suffix "-ward" (as in "homeward" or "onward").
Full origin of westward →Frequently asked questions
What does “westward” mean?
The word “westward” means toward the west. In plain terms, toward the west.
How do you pronounce “westward”?
“Westward” is pronounced WEHST-wuhd (/ˈwɛst.wɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “westward” in a sentence?
Here is “westward” used in a sentence: “The wagon train pushed westward across the plains.”
What part of speech is “westward”?
Depending on how it is used, “westward” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “westward” come from?
The word “westward” comes from Old English. From Old English westweard, combining west with -weard, the ancestor of the modern suffix "-ward" (as in "homeward" or "onward").
Is “westward” a common word?
“Westward” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “westward” have?
“Westward” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: toward the west.