orients

The word “orients” has 3 syllables: o-ri-ents

It's pronounced as /ˈɔr.i.ɛnts/


What is synonym and antonym for orients?

In the thesaurus, “orients” has 26 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for orients along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for orients

Meanings of orients

  • noun
    1. The part of the horizon where the sun first appears in the morning; the east.
    2. A pearl originating from the Indian region, reputed to be of great brilliance; (by extension) any pearl of particular beauty and value.
    3. (by extension) The brilliance or colour of a high-quality pearl.
  • verb
    1. To build or place (something) so as to face eastward.
    2. (by extension) To align or place (a person or object) so that his, her, or its east side, north side, etc., is positioned toward the corresponding points of the compass; (specifically) to rotate (a map attached to a plane table) until the line of direction between any two of its points is parallel to the corresponding direction in nature.
    3. To direct towards or point at a particular direction.
    4. To determine which direction one is facing.
    5. To familiarize (oneself or someone) with a circumstance or situation.
    6. To set the focus of (something) so as to appeal or relate to a certain group.
    7. To change direction to face a certain way.

Example Sentences

  • The compass orients travelers toward the north.
  • She orients herself quickly in new environments.
  • The training orients new employees to the company’s goals and values.
  • The instructor orients students before starting the course.
  • The map orients users by showing landmarks and directions clearly.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms or another words to orients, such as: accustoms, acquaints, advises, apprises, briefs, educates, enlightens.

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