frontwards
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈfrʌntwədz/
KK: /ˈfrʌntwərdz/
adjective
Definition
Facing or directed towards the front.
Example
The car moved frontwards down the street.
Conversation
Did you see how Sam arranged the chairs for the meeting?
Yeah, they were all facing frontwards this time.
I think it makes it easier for everyone to see the presenter.
Definitely! It creates a better atmosphere for discussion.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
forward
frontal
anterior
Antonyms
backward
posterior
rearward
adverb
Definition
In the direction of the front; moving or facing forward.
Example
The car moved frontwards down the street.
Conversation
Did you see how the car zoomed frontwards during the race?
Yeah, it was super fast!
I can't believe how quickly it moved frontwards towards the finish line.
Root Explanation
Frontwards → It is formed from "front" (from Old French *front*, meaning the forehead or front part) and "-wards" (meaning in the direction of). The word "frontwards" means in the direction of the front or forward.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'front' as the direction you are facing, and '-wards' indicates movement towards that direction. So, frontwards means moving towards the front.
Visually Confused Words
fromwards
onwards
froward