Synonyms of onward

onward

adverb

ˈȯn-wərd 

variants also onwards

1

as in forward

toward a point ahead in space or time

we must continue to move onward, or we will die in this desert

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forward
• forth
• on
• ahead

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• backward

2

as in along

toward or at a point lying in advance in space or time

work on the project has been continuing onward at a steady pace

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forward
• along
• forwards
• forth
• ahead
• on
• before
• fore
• frontward

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• back
• backward
• behind
• rearward

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of onward

Pushed onward by his slippery companions, Bilbo is asked to enter a tunnel alone. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 17 July 2026

But the idea emerged from a longer effort that began taking shape in the 1960s, led largely by conservative Christian organizations, to establish legal personhood from the moment of fertilization onward. — Risa Cromer, The Conversation, 17 July 2026

Anyone can score discounts from July 18 onward, but Nordstrom card members, including members of any of the three Nordy Club tiers, will get a head start on their shopping. — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026

Odetta led current drama series, overseeing shows from season two onward. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 8 July 2026