forwards

adverb

for·​wards ˈfȯr-wərdz 

: forward

Synonyms of forwards

• forward
• along
• onward

Examples of forwards in a Sentence

for every step that her campaign takes forwards, it seems to take two backwards

Recent Examples on the Web

Sources close to Eccho and Night Train have noted the two companies will retain a working relationship going forwards, with Kloiber still in business with Serafin. —Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026

Its bi-directional capabilities allow the AV to move forwards and backwards easily thanks to symmetrical four-wheel steering. —Charles Singh, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026

Holland made only a few cosmetic moves ahead of Friday’s trade deadline, shipping out forwards Corey Perry and Warren Foegele for draft picks and adding Scott Laughton and Mathieu Joseph, depth pieces, neither of whom are signed beyond this season. —Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026

Calgary Flames The Flames are a spirited, hard-working team, but their lack of star forwards has been evident all year. —Harman Dayal, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

forwards

adverb

for·​wards ˈfȯr-wərdz 

: forward entry 2