hesperic

/hɛˈspɛrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the western or evening sky, especially in ancient Greek and Roman literature.

“The hesperic landscape was a common theme in many of the poet’s works.”

2. noun

a region of the western sky, especially one associated with the evening star.

“The hesperic was said to be the realm of the gods in ancient mythology.”

Synonyms

  • occidental
  • western

Antonyms

  • eastern
  • oriental