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(wind-ward) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. the direction from which the wind is coming.

Example Sentence

The boat sailed towards the windward side of the island.

More Example Sentences

They faced windward to feel the breeze.

Synonyms

upwind; against the wind

Antonyms

downwind; leeward

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Rhymes

  • windward
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