Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
northeast
noun / adjective
/ˌnɔrˈθiːst/
Definition
The direction or region that lies between north and east; specifically, it is 45 degrees from north clockwise.
Examples
- The city is located in the northeast of the country.
- They traveled in a northeast direction to reach their destination.
- In the northeast, the winters can be quite harsh.
Meaning
In geographical terms, northeast is one of the four cardinal directions. It typically refers to the area that is situated to the northeast of another location or as a compass point.
Synonyms
- northerly east
- northeastward
- NE
