Western Civilization Vocabulary

noun a term used to refer to the countries of the Western world, specifically Europe and the Americas

• The Occident refers to the western part of the world, including Europe and the Americas.
• I prefer the cuisine of the Occident over the Orient.
• I heard that new club in the Occident is really popping.
• The Occident symbolizes progress and modernity in contrast to the Orient.

adjective relating to the countries of the West, or occident, as opposed to the East, or oriental

• The occidental world refers to countries in the Western Hemisphere.
• I prefer occidental cuisine over oriental cuisine.
• Some people think occidental music is boring, but I love it.
• Her occidental style of dressing always stands out in a crowd.