Toward
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /təˈwɔːd/ · Part of speech preposition
Quick meaning: Toward is a preposition meaning In the direction of.
Meaning
In the direction of.
More Meanings
- In relation to (someone or something).
- For the purpose of attaining (an aim).
- Located close to; near (a time or place).
- Yielding, pliant; docile; ready or apt to learn; not froward.
- (dated) Approaching, coming near; impending; present, at hand.
- (obsolete or archaic) Promising, likely.
- (obsolete) Future; to-come.
Example Sentences
She moved toward the door.
What are your feelings toward him?
I'm saving money toward retirement.
Our place is over toward the station.
Word Forms
- towards
Synonyms for toward
Depending on context, synonyms include coming, imminent, proximate.
Antonyms for toward
Common opposites include froward, fromward, untoward.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include achievement, achieve, around, regarding, view, about.
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