FORWARDS Synonyms: 90 Similar and Opposite Words

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adverb

ˈfȯr-wərdz

Definition of forwards

as in forward

toward or at a point lying in advance in space or time for every step that her campaign takes forwards, it seems to take two backwards

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forwards

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verb

present tense third-person singular of forward

as in encourages

to help the growth or development of their foundation will help forward better relations between young people from those warring nations

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Recent Examples of forwards

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None of the Sparks’ starters, which consisted of guards Erica Wheeler, Ariel Atkins and Plum and forwards Nneka Ogwumike and Dearica Hamby, scored more than nine points individually. — John W. Davis, Oc Register, 16 June 2026 While legendary forwards Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani are no longer part of the national team setup, Uruguay remains one of the most talented squads in the Americas. — Sergio Candido, CBS News, 15 June 2026

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Celebrini was one of five alternate captains the Sharks had this past season, joining defensemen Mario Ferraro and forwards Barclay Goodrow, Tyler Toffoli and Alexander Wennberg. — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 27 June 2026 The three players who the Bucks would reportedly like to attach to Antetokounmpo in a trade to get off their salaries are center Myles Turner, and/or forwards Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis. — Anthony Chiang june 19, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for forwards

Recent Examples of Synonyms for forwards

Adverb

Last week, state officials were invited to a meeting with community leaders to discuss a path forward.

— DJ Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
The only blemish for Kansas City came in the 75th minute with Katie Scott fouling forward Emma Sears in the box.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026

Definition of forward

Verb

More of them are asking for telehealth visits, an option the clinic offers and encourages to abate patients’ fears that visiting the doctor could lead to a run-in with ICE, according to Motorwala.

— Michelle Marchante July 29, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
The company’s campaign directs people experiencing involuntary movements to their dedicated website and encourages them to consult healthcare providers.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 29 July 2026

Definition of encourages

Adverb

Where Gen Z seems to go along as an antidote to digital overload, the same hobbies are the only retirement lifestyle that many can afford.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 31 July 2026
Bringing others along can feel like extra work in the moment—work that mostly benefits someone else.

— Joy Nissen, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of along

Verb

Prior to the ⁠verdict, the Committee to Protect Journalists, an independent non-profit organization that promotes press ⁠freedom worldwide, said 29 journalists were imprisoned in Russia in connection with their work.

— Reuters, NBC news, 29 July 2026
Between such posts, Wall Street Mav promotes Kalshi betting odds.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of promotes

Adverb

From 2022 onward, Lozano has held multiple central office roles, including chief of staff, executive director of professional standards and labor relations, executive director for behavioral threat assessments and chief safety and security officer.

— Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026
As the war to capture the Iron Throne rages on, Criston marches onward with his men, including Gwayne Hightower (Freddie Fox), to put a stop to the Rivermen reaching King’s Landing and aiding Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy).

— Matt Minton, Variety, 20 July 2026

Definition of onward

Verb

Notably, Judge Oetken expressed reservations about aspects of Err Content’s case, and those reservations could become more impactful as the case advances.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 29 July 2026
Program advances from concept to flight testing Operating the aircraft from multiple locations was another key objective, requiring crews to adapt to changing conditions similar to those expected in contested environments.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026

Definition of advances

Verb

An influential alcohol industry, which nurtures deep ties to lawmakers, charitable groups, and consumers, has kept a tight grip on regulation — at the expense of public health.

— Isabella Cueto, STAT, 14 July 2026
The advent of artificial intelligence is giving a new shine to a liberal arts education, which career experts say nurtures the skills valued by employers as AI increasingly changes the workplace.

— Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 12 June 2026

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