Westwardly is a term that refers to something that is directed towards the west or moving in a westerly direction. This word can be used to describe the movement of people, objects or even weather patterns. It is a useful term, but sometimes we need synonyms to keep our writing varied. Luckily, there are several options available. 'Westerly' itself can be used instead of 'westwardly,' as can 'west,' 'towards the west,' 'to the west,' or 'westwards.' Other less common synonyms for 'westwardly' include 'occidental,' 'Levantine,' 'sundowner,' 'windward,' and 'westernmost.' Regardless of which term you use, these synonyms will help keep your writing fresher and more interesting.