Synonyms of onward

onward

adverb

ˈȯn-wərd 

variants also onwards

1

as in forward

toward a point ahead in space or time

we must continue to move onward, or we will die in this desert

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forward
• forth
• ahead
• on

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• backward
• backwards

2

as in along

toward or at a point lying in advance in space or time

work on the project has been continuing onward at a steady pace

Synonyms & Similar Words

• along
• forward
• on
• forwards
• forth
• ahead
• before
• fore
• frontwards
• frontward

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• back
• backwards
• backward
• behind
• rearward
• rearwards

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of onward

Visitors will be treated to a collection of global modern and contemporary art from circa 1960 onward, assembled from scratch and in a range of artistic media, with a focus on works from West Asia, North Africa and South Asia. —Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jan. 2025

However, Bill noted that such an uptick in deals was likely to be short-lived, expecting a lull from the second quarter onward. —Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025

That being said, here are five trends that will define the future of online reputation management powered by AI in 2025 and onward. —Joe Burton, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025

What's Next Income tax filings and payments are due by or on April 15 this year, with the IRS accepting returns from late January onward. —Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025