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Word Forms of “Forward”

Moving toward the front or ahead; making progress or progress-oriented.

Word Family of Forward

What is the adjective of forward? — forward

forward

What is the adverb of forward? — forward

forward

How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence

  • The team made forward progress in solving the problem. B1
  • She took a forward step into her new career. B1
  • We need forward planning for next year's budget. B2

Word Form Patterns for Forward

-ness

Adds **-ness** to make a noun meaning the state, quality, or condition of being something. Example: forward → forwardness.

Origin and Word Formation of Forward

From Old English 'foreweard' combining 'fore' (front) and 'weard' (direction).

Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Forward

What are the word forms of “forward”?

The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.

What part of speech is “forward”?

“forward” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.

Where does “forward” come from?

From Old English 'foreweard' combining 'fore' (front) and 'weard' (direction).

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