Meaning & Definition of word "Occident"
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Occident
/ˈɒksɪdənt/
noun:
- 1. The western part of the world, particularly relating to Western Europe and the Americas, in contrast to the Orient (the East).
- Example: In the 19th century, many intellectuals began to explore the cultural differences between the Occident and the Orient.
- 2. The countries of the West, especially in a geopolitical sense.
- Example: The policies of the Occident often influence international trade agreements.
- 3. A historical term referring to the ancient Roman Empire's western provinces.
- Example: The decline of the Occident was marked by the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
Etymology
From Latin 'occidens', meaning 'falling' or 'setting', used to refer to the setting sun.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Occidental:
Relating to the Occident; Western.
Occidental culture:
Cultural aspects characteristic of the West.
Related Words
orient:
The eastern part of the world; the East.
occidentalism:
The cultural manifestation of the West.