Heavenwards
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Heavenwards is an adverb meaning Upwards, in the direction of the sky or heavens.
Meaning
Upwards, in the direction of the sky or heavens.
Example Sentences
'Aaah!' they sigh, as the silvery Space Shuttle races heavenwards on top of a towering pillar of flame.
Nabby Adams had nearly fallen, but six feet eight inches of integrity had reared itself heavenwards just in time.
“I reckon that I was going to die and then they, whoever they are” – she [Tracey Emin] glances heavenwards – “they said, ‘I don’t think she’s all bad. Let’s give her another go, see what she can do.’”
Synonyms for heavenwards
Depending on context, synonyms include heavenward, heavenwardly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include heavenwardly, skywards, skywardly, airward, upwardly, heavenishly.
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