westward

Meanings

• adverb, adjective

  Moving or extending in the direction of the setting sun; toward the west.

  - "The pioneers traveled westward in search of new opportunities."
  - "The sun sets in the west."
  - "The wind blew westward, carrying the scent of the sea."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with westward
northward , eastward , southward , upward , forward

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Variants

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westward , westwards

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Etymology

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Old English wesanweard, from wesan (to be) + weard (guard).

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Trivia

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1. The term 'westward' is often used interchangeably with the term 'western'.

2. The term 'westward' can also be used figuratively to describe a change in direction or a new beginning.

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Related Concepts

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1. Western expansion: Refers to the period of American history when settlers moved westward, expanding the United States beyond its original colonies.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'westward' is often used to describe journeys or adventures, particularly in the context of the American West. It has also been used metaphorically to refer to moving in a new direction or starting anew.

How to Memorize "westward"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the sun setting in the west and imagine moving in that direction.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'westward' with the idea of starting anew or embarking on a journey.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Winds, Sun, and Pioneers Westward' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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