Forward
Verb, Adjective, Adverb
UK
/ˈfɔː.wəd/
US
/ˈfɔːr.wɚd/
Definition
(adv) : Toward the front or ahead.
(v) : To send something to another person.
(adj) : Bold or confident.
(v) : To send something to another person.
(adj) : Bold or confident.
Example
"(adv) : She took a step forward to look closer."
"(v) : I will forward your email to the owner."
"(adj) : He gave a forward answer that surprised everyone."
Explanation
Forward means moving towards a place or direction that is ahead, not back. For example, she moved forward to greet her friend. It can also mean to send something to another person. For example, don’t worry, I will forward your message in the group. As an adjective, it can describe something bold or confident, like “She gave a forward suggestion during the meeting” means she showed her confidence and bold thinking. “Forward” shows movement, progress, or action in space, time, or ideas. It is used in sports, daily talk, and technology, such as forwarding emails.