Words that rhyme with forward
Forward is a 2-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are afterward, awkward, backward. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of forward
- 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"
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Examples of "forward" in lyrics
See how forward is used at the end of a line in 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
What do these rhymes mean?
- afterward
- happening at a time subsequent to a reference time; "he apologized subsequently
- awkward
- causing inconvenience; "they arrived at an awkward time" lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance
- backward
- at or to or toward the back or rear; "he moved back"; "tripped when he stepped backward
- downward
- spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position; "don't fall down
- eastward
- toward the east; "they migrated eastward to Sweden" moving toward the east
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "forward" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like afterward, awkward, backward create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "forward" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.