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WESTERLIES

(noun, adverb, adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Westerlies.

Westerlies - as a noun

The winds from the west that occur in the temperate zones of the earth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prevailing westerly

Westerlies - as an adverb

In a westward direction

Example: "We began to steer away westerly"

From the west

Example: "The wind blew westerly"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
easterly11

Westerlies - as an adjective satellite

Of wind; from the west

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
western10

Moving toward the west

Example: "Westbound pioneers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
westbound15westward15

Example Sentences

"The westerlies blew across the ocean, pushing the sailboat towards its destination."
"The airplane encountered strong westerlies, causing turbulence during the flight."
"Farmers in the Midwest rely on the westerlies for the movement of weather systems."
"During the summer months, the westerlies bring cool breezes to coastal areas."
"The westerlies play a crucial role in redistributing heat from the equator towards the poles."
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Word Game Points

Is WESTERLIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, westerlies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WESTERLIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is WESTERLIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, westerlies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WESTERLIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is WESTERLIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, westerlies is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WESTERLIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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