Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːrwərd/

Definitions

• Adjective: Directed or moving ahead; towards the front or a position ahead. For example: “She took a step forward.”
• Adverb: In or towards a direction that is ahead; onward. Example: “The car moved forward slowly.”
• Noun: The front part or direction; the opposite of backward. Example: “The forward section of the ship was damaged.”
• Verb (transitive): To send or advance something or someone towards a destination or position in front. Example: “The package was forwarded to the correct address.”
• Verb (intransitive): To move or go on in a specified direction, especially towards the front or ahead. Example: “We need to forward our plans.”

Phrases

• “Forward thinking” refers to a progressive mindset or ideas about the future.
• “Forward planning” involves making arrangements well in advance.
• “To forward an email” means to send it on to another recipient.
• “Forward momentum” implies continuous progress or movement towards a goal.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The forward passenger seat provided a clear view of the road.”
• Adverb: “He walked forward until he reached the stage.”
• Noun: “The forward players were responsible for scoring goals.”
• Verb (transitive): “Please forward my mail to my new address.”
• Verb (intransitive): “After a brief pause, the conversation moved forward again.”

Synonyms

• Ahead (adverb)
• Advanced (adjective)
• Forwarding (noun as a gerund form of the verb)
• Progress (noun, in the sense of moving forward)
• Advancing (verb)

For the noun meaning a player in certain sports:

• Striker (soccer)
• Forwarder (rarely used)
• Attacker (general term)

For the verb meaning to send on or transmit:

• Redirect
• Transmit
• Send along