rightward
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈraɪt.wərd/
KK: /ˈraɪt.wɚd/
adjective
Definition
Located or moving towards the right side.
Example
The car turned rightward at the intersection.
Conversation
Did you see that sign pointing rightward at the park entrance?
Yeah, I noticed it! It looks like they’re adding new trails.
I’m excited to explore the rightward path; it seems less crowded.
Definitely! It's nice to find some quiet spots in the park.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
right
dextral
clockwise
Antonyms
left
sinistral
counterclockwise
adverb
Definition
In a direction toward the right side.
Example
The car turned rightward at the intersection.
Conversation
Did you see that cat run rightward across the street?
Yeah, it was so quick!
I thought it might get hit, but it made it safely.
Root Explanation
Rightward → It is formed from "right" (from Old English "riht", meaning correct or straight) and "-ward" (meaning in the direction of). The word "rightward" means in the direction of the right side or towards what is correct.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'right' meaning correct or straight, and the suffix '-ward' indicating direction. This helps you remember that 'rightward' means moving towards the right side.
Visually Confused Words
nightward
nightwards
lightwards
tightwad
straightwards