SKYWARD Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

skyward

adverb

Definition of skyward

as in upward

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Recent Examples of skyward Today’s reality differs starkly from the city’s hopes of a residential hub that would have reached skyward. — George Avalos, Mercury News, 24 June 2026 Veterans can make up to 35% of the cap on supermax contracts, or about $58 million, and the cap is expected to keep rising as the NBA’s new national television deals send league revenue skyward. — Hank Tucker, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 In a separate instance, a drone explosion sent the lid of a round oil container rocketing skyward. — Charles Maynes, NPR, 18 June 2026 As travelers rediscover the road, the cost of driving has been shooting skyward. — Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for skyward

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upward

Adverb

At the same time, many homeowners are deciding to hold onto their properties instead of selling, which means there are fewer homes available, another factor that typically drives prices upward.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 July 2026
The Carry can track player movements in 2K HD video with three outward-facing cameras, while an upward-facing fourth camera tracks the ball traveling towards the net and back down for an unobstructed view of both the player and the shot.

— Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026

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slab

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