leeward

[lee-werd, loo-erd] / ˈli wərd, ˈlu ərd /

ADJECTIVE

lee

Synonyms

STRONG

calm quiet safe smooth still

WEAK

leeside peaceful protected screened secure serene sheltered shielded undisturbed

Antonyms

STRONG

agitated rough

WEAK

downwind stormy windward windy

Example Sentences

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The drier air then travels down the leeward side of the mountain where it warms.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

My father was clambering to get us leeward against capsize when my mother took to the starboard bow.

From Salon • May 11, 2024

“Although an area of showers is moving over the islands this morning, it has not brought significant rainfall to leeward areas,” the latest weather service warning said.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2023

Henken was injured during the third fleet race Saturday when the American catamaran crashed off its foils and buried the leeward hull in the water.

From Washington Times • Sep. 24, 2023

I set my travelsack on the leeward side of one of the grey- stones and the two of us began to set up camp.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss