rightward

adjective or adverb

right·​ward ˈrīt-wərd 

: being at, toward, or to the right

Examples of rightward in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Riding high after their 2024 romp, in which Republicans won control of the White House and both chambers of Congress, there was optimism in the GOP that the rightward turn among Hispanic voters could reflect a permanent realignment. — Justin Papp, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

But Sunday's results also pointed to a broader rightward shift in Brazilian politics, with the Bolsonaro camp performing strongly across the country. — Catherine Osborn, NPR, 4 Oct. 2026

Once able to outrun Ohio’s rightward shift, Brown is now trying to reclaim a seat in a state where Republicans dominate statewide offices and Democrats’ Senate majority is on the line. — Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Israeli public opinion has moved significantly rightward over the last three years. — Amos Harel, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

rightward

adjective or adverb

right·​ward ˈrīt-wərd 

: toward, at, or to the right