Pronunciation

/səˈwɛst/

Definitions

• Noun: Refers to the direction or compass point between south and west. For example: “The storm was headed southwest.”
• Adjective: Describing a location in relation to the south and west. For example: “We decided to camp in the southwest corner of the park.”
• Adverb: In a southwestern direction. For example: “The sunset was beautiful, painting the sky with its fiery southwest hues.”

Phrases

• “Moving southwest” describes a direction of travel.
• “Southwest winds” indicate wind blowing from that direction.
• “In the southwest region” specifies a particular area.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The storm clouds were gathering in the southwest, signaling an approaching rainstorm.”
• Adjective: “Our house is located on a hill with a stunning view of the southwestern mountains.”
• Adverb: “We drove southwest along the coast road, enjoying the scenic route.”

Synonyms

• Southwesterly
• Westernmost
• Southwestward
• Breezy southwest
• Southern latitude

Antonyms

• Northeast
• Eastward
• North
• Southeast
• East