westbound
2 synonyms for westbound, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Travelling or leading toward the west.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use westbound
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
westbound traffic
westbound lane
westbound flight
Etymology
Built from west plus the suffix -bound, which marks direction of travel (as in "homebound" or "outbound").
Full origin of westbound →Frequently asked questions
What does “westbound” mean?
The word “westbound” means travelling or leading toward the west. In plain terms, heading west.
How do you pronounce “westbound”?
“Westbound” is pronounced WEHST-bownd (/ˈwɛstbaʊnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “westbound” in a sentence?
Here is “westbound” used in a sentence: “The westbound lanes were backed up for miles after the accident.”
What part of speech is “westbound”?
“Westbound” is an adjective.
