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northwesterly Antonyms
Opposite of northwesterly
Because the opposite of northwesterly shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Directed or moving toward the northwest, or situated in the northwest.
Usage Example
"The expedition followed a southeasterly course along the river valley."
Strongest
southeasterly
Strong
southeastern
• adjective (Context 2)
Blowing or coming from the northwest (used especially of winds, gales, or ocean currents).
Usage Example
"A brisk southeasterly breeze cooled the harbor in the late afternoon."
Strongest
southeasterly
• adverb (Context 3)
Toward the northwest, or from the northwest.
Usage Example
"The migrating flock flew southeasterly across the coastal plains."
Strongest
southeasterly
southeastward
• noun (Context 4)
A wind or storm that blows from the northwest.
Usage Example
"A strong southeasterly swept across the bay, bringing cooler air and rough seas."
Strongest
southeasterly
southeaster
Similar words to northwesterly
Words similar to northwesterly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
northwester
northwestward
northwestwardly
northwest
nor'wester
northwestern
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Northwesterly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/northwesterly