Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for western. Search instead for wesen.
Definitions

western

[wes-tern] / ˈwɛs tərn /
ADJECTIVE
situated or toward the west
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.

The Miyako Odori began soon after Kyoto hosted Japan's first national expo -- an effort to revitalise the western city following the relocation of the capital to Tokyo in 1869.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

From Koli fisherfolk to colonial planners, and from Bollywood stars to textile barons, many have shaped the western Indian city's landscape and identity.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Wind gusts could reach advisory levels of 45 mph across the western parts of the south coast on Thursday, according to the weather service.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The chart has long since been dubbed “Country” alone, and pop western songs are seen as outliers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The sun was setting, and the western clouds were burning pink.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown