Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
western
adjective
/ˈwɛstərn/
Definition
Relating to the west; situated in or towards the west.
Examples
- He traveled to the western states during his road trip.
- The story is set in a western town filled with cowboys.
- The western culture has influenced many other societies.
Meaning
The term ‘western’ refers to anything that is located in the western part of a region or country. It can also relate to cultural aspects associated with countries in the western world.
Synonyms
- Occidental
- Westernized
- Westward
