Northeast Definition
northeast
adverb
- to, toward, or in the northeast
adjective
- situated in or oriented toward the northeast; "the northeasterly part of the island"
- coming from the northeast; "northeasterly winds"
noun
- the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees
- the northeastern region of the United States
- the direction corresponding to the northeastward compass point
- a location in the northeastern part of a country, region, or city
"Northeast" in song lyrics
See how northeast is used in real songs:
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"southside to northeast"
Big Quarters — August -
"hotels near northeast 43"
AOL — AOL -
"nickname for the northeast"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with northeast
Usage tips for "northeast"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "northeast" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for northeast to find words that pair well.