Synonyms for

Forwarded

Verb / ˈfɔ:rwɜ:dɪd / Another word for forwarded — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to send on to a destination or recipient

Synonyms & similar words

forward sendon sent transferred dispatched conveyed delivered redirected relayed referred remitted assigned transmitted posted emailed

Synonyms by register

Formal

transmitted dispatched conveyed relayed

Informal

sent on passed along shot over

Literary

borne onward sent forth

Antonyms

backward receding retreating reverse hindward retrograde

Common collocations

  • forwarded to
  • forwarded the email
  • forwarded the message
  • forwarded the request
  • forwarded to the manager
  • forwarded for review
  • forwarded by email

Word family

noun forwardness
verb forward
adjective forward
adverb forward

Usage note

Primarily used in the context of sending something (like an email or letter) on to another recipient. It implies a continuation of the original transmission.

Example sentences

  1. I forwarded the package to the correct address.
  2. She forwarded the email to the entire team.
  3. My mom forwarded the letter to me.
  4. The company forwarded the payment to the supplier.
  5. He forwarded the message to his friends.

Quotes

  • The future is always forward. - Oprah Winfrey
  • Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning. - Benjamin Franklin
  • Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards. - Søren Kierkegaard

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