east

adjective

  • Located in the direction where the sun rises.
  • A wind that comes from the east.
  • Related to the east or coming from the east.
  • Describing something that is in the eastern part of a place, like a church.

noun

  • One of the four main directions on a compass, where the sun rises.

adverb

  • Moving or pointing towards the east.


Synonym

  • eastern
  • eastwards

Antonym

  • western
  • west

Word Explanation:

  • East is one of the directions. If you face the sun in the morning, east is where the sun comes up.

Word in hindi

पूर्व

purv

Other variations in hindi

  • सूरज की दिशा sooraj ki disha
  • पूर्व purv

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'east' mean?

East is a direction. It is the side of the world where the sun rises.

How do you pronounce 'east'?

You say 'east' like this: eest.

What is the origin of the word 'east'?

The word 'east' comes from an old word that means 'to shine' because the sun shines in the east.

What is the meaning of 'east' in Kannada?

The word 'east' in Kannada is 'ಪೂರ್ವ' (Pūrv).