southward
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈsaʊθwərd//
KK: /ˈsaʊθwərd/
adjective
Definition
In the direction of the south.
Example
The birds flew southward for the winter.
Conversation
Have you ever traveled southward during the winter?
Not really, but I’ve heard it’s much warmer down there.
Yeah, I think heading southward would be a great escape from the cold.
Definitely! I’d love to visit a beach instead of shoveling snow.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
southern
downward
southeastern
Antonyms
northern
upward
western
adverb
Definition
In the direction of the south.
Example
The birds flew southward for the winter.
Conversation
Are you planning to travel southward this summer?
Yeah, I want to visit some beaches down there.
That sounds great! I love the idea of heading southward for warmer weather.
noun
Definition
A direction or area that is towards the south.
Example
The birds flew southward for the winter.
Conversation
Have you ever traveled southward during the winter?
No, I haven't! Is it warmer there?
Definitely! The southward regions have such a nice climate.
Root Explanation
Southward → It is formed from "south" (from Old English *sūþ*, meaning the direction toward the south) and "-ward" (meaning in the direction of). The word "southward" means in the direction of the south.
Memory Tip
Think of the direction 'south' and remember that 'southward' means moving in that direction.
Visually Confused Words
outward
soulward
outwards
outwar