WEST

The term “West” refers to a cardinal direction that is opposite to east. It is one of the four primary points of the compass, which also include north, south, and east. Geographically, the west is often associated with the direction where the sun sets, as it is located to the left when facing north. In various contexts, “West” can also denote regions, cultures, and historical concepts, especially in relation to Western civilization, which encompasses the cultures of Europe and the Americas. It is frequently used in geopolitical discussions to refer to countries or groups advocating democratic governance, capitalism, and modernization, in contrast to the “East” or other global regions. The term can encompass a wide range of ideas, from geography to philosophy and political identity.