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on·ward

onward

 
 
pronunciation:
an wrd
parts of speech:
adverb, adjective
part of speech: adverb
definition: toward a point or position ahead in space or time.
After a short rest, the army marched onward.
synonyms:
ahead, forward
similar words:
along, forth
 
part of speech: adjective
definition: moving toward a point ahead; advancing.
The onward march of the army continued into the night.
synonyms:
forward
similar words:
advancing, progressive
derivation: onwards (adv.)