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Eastern

/ ˈi:stɜ:n / Another word for eastern — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

easterly western

Synonyms by register

Formal

oriental easternmost

Literary

auroral orient

Antonyms

western west occidental westerly

Common collocations

  • eastern Europe
  • eastern hemisphere
  • eastern coast
  • eastern time
  • eastern philosophy
  • eastern bloc
  • eastern front

Word family

noun east
adverb eastward

Usage note

While 'oriental' can be a synonym, it is often considered outdated or even offensive when referring to people or cultures from East Asia. 'Eastern' is generally preferred.

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