orient (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːriənt/, /əˈriənt/

Definition

To determine one's position or direction relative to the surroundings or a specific point.

Examples

• It took me a moment to orient myself after waking up in the unfamiliar hotel room.

• The new employee is still orienting herself to the company's procedures.

• Maps are essential for orienting travelers in a new city.

How to Use orient

orient oneself (reflexive verb)

To find one's position or direction. — "She took a deep breath to orient herself before her presentation."

orient to (prepositional phrase)

To adapt or adjust to something. — "New students must orient to the university's academic standards."

orient towards (prepositional phrase)

To direct or focus on a particular goal or direction. — "The training program is oriented towards developing leadership skills."

Synonyms of orient

Words with a similar meaning to orient:

• position
• locate
• familiarize
• assimilate

Antonyms of orient

Words with the opposite meaning to orient:

• disorient
• lose

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