forwardly

1 of 2

adverb

for·​ward·​ly

1

a

archaic : with readiness, eagerness, or self-assurance

b

: in a forward manner : boldly, presumptuously

the pert child answered very forwardly

2

: at or toward the front or forward part

a forwardly displaced upper molar

forwardly

2 of 2

adjective

obsolete

: ready, eager, advanced, early

Word History

Etymology

Adverb

forward entry 1 + -ly (adverb suffix)

Adjective

forward entry 1 + -ly (adjective suffix)

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Rhymes for forwardly

• straightforwardly