
Occidental
Cultural Context
Used to describe aspects of cultures from places like Europe or the U.S.
Occidental art movements have shaped global aesthetics.
Geopolitical Use
Often appears in discussions comparing Western and Eastern societies.
The occidental approach to democracy differs from Eastern philosophies.
Historical Reference
Can denote the western hemisphere in historical contexts.
Occidental explorers set sail to discover new lands.
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