-ward

Old English

in the direction of

Suffix · means "in the direction of"

About the suffix -ward

An Old English suffix indicating direction or tendency. It forms adjectives and adverbs showing movement toward a place or state.

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Lacking grace or skill; causing embarrassment or difficulty

Moving or continuing forward in time or space

Towards the north; in a northerly direction

In the direction opposite to a clock's hands

Unexpected and unfavourable; improper

Towards the east

Forward in time or space; onward

With regard to money or finances

Covering or applying throughout an entire province