Synonyms for

Onwards

Verb / ˈɑ:nwɜ:dz / Another word for onwards — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

toward a point ahead; in a forward direction

Synonyms & similar words

forwards onward ahead forward forrader forward ahead forth onward forthward forwards aheadward frontward onwardly progressively aheadwards forrader frontwards beforehand

Synonyms by register

Formal

forward ahead further

Informal

ahead further along

Literary

forth fore ever onward

Antonyms

backwards behind past before ago receding

Common collocations

  • moving onwards
  • further onwards
  • from this day onwards
  • from now onwards
  • years onwards
  • decades onwards
  • looking onwards

Word family

adverb onwards

Usage note

Onwards is an adverb indicating movement or progression in a forward direction. It is often used to express a continuous movement or a future point in time.

Example sentences

  1. We continue onwards on our journey.
  2. The team moved onwards to the next round.
  3. He urged the troops onwards towards victory.
  4. Let's move onwards and leave this behind.
  5. The marathon runners kept running onwards to the finish line.

Quotes

  • The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step onwards.
  • Life is a journey onwards towards greatness.
  • Success is a journey onwards, not a destination.

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