1. of or relating to the countries of Europe and the Americas; western
Usage: formal

1. a person from a western country, especially Europe or the Americas
Usage: formal

Examples

• The museum featured both oriental and occidental art.
• Occidental philosophy differs from Eastern thought in many ways.
• The conference brought together scholars from occidental universities.
• As an occidental living in Asia, she found the cultural differences fascinating.
• The restaurant served a fusion of occidental and Asian cuisines.
• Many occidentals struggle to understand the concept of saving face.