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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- adverb, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adverb |
| definition: |
toward a point or position ahead, as in space or time.
After a brief rest, the army marched onward.- synonyms:
- ahead, forward
- similar words:
- along, forth, frontward
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| related words: |
down, forward |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
moving or directed toward a point ahead; advancing, increasing, rising, or the like.
the onward thrust of the troops- synonyms:
- forward
- similar words:
- advancing, progressive, rising
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| derivation: |
onwards (adv.) |
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