Definition

In a direction that is up towards the sky.

Example

The bird flew skyward, disappearing into the clouds.

Conversation

Did you see how the birds were flying skyward today?

Yeah, it was beautiful to watch them soar like that.

It made me want to just look up and dream skyward.

Totally! The sky has a way of inspiring us, doesn’t it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Skyward → It is formed from "sky" (from Old Norse *ský*, meaning cloud or sky) and "-ward" (meaning in the direction of). The word "skyward" means in the direction of the sky.

Memory Tip

Think of looking 'up' towards the 'sky' and remember that 'skyward' means in the direction of the sky.

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