Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for northern.
Definitions

northern

[nawr-thern] / ˈnɔr ðərn /
ADJECTIVE
northerly
Synonyms
Antonyms


ADJECTIVE
pertaining to the north
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It is opposed to cheese being labeled as Parmesan unless it is produced in the designated region in northern Italy, according to strict production standards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Yellow wind warnings covering Scotland, north-west wales and parts of northern England, which saw blustery conditions on Saturday and overnight, were lifted on Sunday morning.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Several blasts shook northern Tehran, an AFP journalist heard, as the Middle East war neared its sixth week.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

For instance, states along the West Coast are seeing higher annual temperature extremes, while many northern states are experiencing warmer minimum temperatures.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

“If it was a trap, I think Hecate would’ve made the northern route sound tempting. Believe me, she didn’t.”

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan