What is another word for west northwest?
Pronunciation: [wˈɛst nɔːθwˈɛst] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms that can be used for the direction of "west northwest." These include "WNW," "NW by W," and "northwestward." "WNW" is commonly used in weather reports and maps to denote the direction of wind or a storm. "NW by W" is often used in navigation and refers to a course that is slightly to the north of regular northwest. "Northwestward" is a more general term that can be used to indicate any movement or direction towards the northwest. Regardless of which synonym is used, they all indicate a direction that is slightly to the north of regular west.
