What does this word mean toward?

What does this word mean toward?

Definition of toward (Entry 1 of 2) 1 : in the direction of driving toward town. 2a : along a course leading to a long stride toward disarmament. b : in relation to an attitude toward life. 3a : at a point in the direction of : near a cottage somewhere up toward the lake.

What is the synonym of towards?

with regard to, as regards, regarding, in regard to, with regard to, in respect to, with respect to, respecting, in relation to, concerning, about, in connection with, apropos.

Where is towards used?

Towards and toward are prepositions. We can use both forms, but towards is much more common than toward. Toward(s) most often means ‘in the direction of something’: The oil pollution is now moving towards the shore, and could threaten beaches and wild life.

How do you use toward in a sentence?

How to use Toward in a sentence

1. He took a step toward her. …
2. As they continued toward the house, he cleared his throat. …
3. He shouted at Pete, and ran toward Cassie. …
4. I slipped from my mother’s lap and almost ran toward them. …
5. A slow song began as he moved toward her. …
6. This was toward the end of summer.

What’s the opposite of towards?

What is the opposite of towards?

away from	from
180 degrees from	going from
proceeding from	in the opposite direction to

What is the difference between toward and to?

Towards- is used for a particular direction for instance- 1/ you go towards your school. ( not sure whether or you arrived at school) To- using to is a bit different term than towards, it shows surety that you’ve made it to school or you will make it to school. so technically you may not use them interchangeably.