Northeast (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Situated in or oriented toward the northeast; "the northeasterly part of the island".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The northeasterly part of the island is known for its scenic beaches and coral reefs.
- The northeast region of the country has a distinct culture and dialect.
- The hotel's northeast wing offers stunning views of the city skyline.
- The northeasterly trade winds brought much-needed rain to the parched landscape.
- The northeast corner of the room is where the famous artist's painting is displayed.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Coming from the northeast; "northeasterly winds".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Strong northeasterly winds pounded the coastal towns causing power outages and destruction.
- A severe storm is forecasted to bring northeasterly gusts reaching up to 50 miles per hour.
- Traveling by car during winter from Canada would have been unpleasant with cold northeasterly winds at this time.
- She boarded the bus at New York bound to Virginia coming down away from those frigid northeasterly gales.
- Storm clouds blowing from the ocean toward us hinted northeasterly gusts coming tonight were going to intensify further.