Synonyms for Forward
Definition of forward
adverb
- at or to or toward the front; "he faced forward"; "step forward"; "she practiced sewing backward as well as frontward on her new sewing machine"; (`forrad' and `forrard' are dialectal variations)
- forward in time or order or degree; "from that time forth"; "from the sixth century onward"
- toward the future; forward in time; "I like to look ahead in imagination to what the future may bring"; "I look forward to seeing you"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "forward"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like advancing, ahead, assuming can replace "forward" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "forward" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Forward" in song lyrics
See how forward is used in real songs:
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"where we go next and determining the path forward."
4th Disciple f/ Shogun Assason — Intro 1 (Song) -
"but a decision that basically moves forward."
4th Disciple f/ Shogun Assason — Intro 1 (Song) -
"Yo if I flutter in a trouble clutch then I dance fancy forward"
Aesop Rock — 1,000 Deaths