Onward

/ˈɒn.wəd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Moving or directed forward.

The onward march of progress is something to behold.

Relating to a continuing or advancing position.

The onward journey of the team was marked by several obstacles.

adverb

In a forward direction or to a subsequent point in time.

We traveled onward to the next city after resting for the night.

Continuing from a particular point in time or from a specified stage.

Onward from 2020, we expect to see significant changes in technology.

Proceeding or progressing toward a goal.

He pushed onward despite the difficulties he faced.

Old English 'onweard', meaning 'toward, in the direction of'.

onward and upward

Moving forward in a positive direction, often in terms of progress or improvement.

from here onward

Referring to a point in time or space and everything that follows.

forward

Moving ahead or progressing.

advance

To move forward in a purposeful way.

continue

To persist in an activity or process.

Let's go!

We finished our coffee, and it was time to go onward!

Keep pushing!

The team's motto was 'onward' to motivate everyone.