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WINDWARD

(adj., noun, adverb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Windward.

Windward - as an adjective

On the side exposed to the wind

Example: "The windward islands"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
leeward11

Windward - as a noun

The direction from which the wind is coming

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
direction12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
leeward11

The side of something that is toward the wind

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
leeward11

Windward - as an adverb

Toward the wind

Example: "They were sailing windward"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
downwind16
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
leeward11

Example Sentences

"The sailors were cautious as they approached the windward."
"We could feel the strong gusts of wind coming from the windward."
"The windward was the perfect spot for kiteboarding due to the consistent wind."
"The ship changed its course to avoid the treacherous windward."
"The windward side of the mountain is usually more exposed to rain."
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Word Game Points

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

WINDWARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is WINDWARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, windward is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WINDWARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is WINDWARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, windward is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WINDWARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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