eastern

In, near, or facing the direction where the sun rises.

• They live on the eastern coast.
• The eastern windows get the morning sun.
• Snow covered the country's eastern regions.

Similar words: eoan

Opposites: western

Common phrases: eastern coast, eastern border, eastern europe, eastern side

Connected with Asia, especially its cultures, religions, or traditions.

• She studies eastern philosophy.
• The course compares eastern and western medicine.
• Several eastern traditions teach respect for all living things.

Similar words: Asian

Opposites: western

Common phrases: eastern philosophy, eastern medicine, eastern traditions, eastern cultures

Coming from the east, especially when describing wind.

• An eastern wind cooled the town.
• The eastern breeze carried smoke towards us.
• Cold eastern winds kept the boats in port.

Similar words: easterly

Opposites: westerly

Common phrases: eastern wind, eastern breeze, cold eastern wind