Southeasterly
(adjective)
- Coming from the southeast; blowing from the southeast.
- Situated in or facing the southeast.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from south + easterly.
Examples:
- The southeasterly wind brought cool, salty air from the ocean.
- The southeasterly direction was ideal for sailing, as the trade winds often blew from that direction.
- The southeasterly city was known for its warm, sunny beaches.
- The southeasterly part of the island was the driest, with little rainfall.
- The southeasterly trade winds helped sailors reach their destinations quickly and safely.