eastern
Translation
eastern
Examples
He lives on the eastern coast.
He lives on the eastern coast.
They study Eastern philosophy.
They study Eastern philosophy.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) in or from the east of a region The eastern part of the country is mountainous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: easterly; Antonyms: western
Etymology
From 'east' plus the suffix '-ern', which forms adjectives indicating direction or location.
Memory Tips
'Eastern' describes something *in* the east, while 'eastbound' describes something *going to* the east.