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Southward - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

southward

/ˈsaʊθwərd/ /ˈsaʊθwəd/

Definition:

Moving or facing toward the south.

Synonyms:

southbound, southerly, southern

Part of Speech:

adverb, adjective, noun

Antonyms:

northward, northbound

Common Collocations:

southward journey, southward migration, southward direction

Derivatives:

southwards (adv.), southwardly (adv.)

Usage Tips:

Use "southward" to describe movement or direction toward the south, often in travel or weather contexts.

Common Phrases:

head southward, drift southward, push southward

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "sūþweard," combining "south" and "-ward" (indicating direction).

Examples:

  • 1. The birds flew southward for the winter.
  • 2. We drove southward along the coast for hours.
  • 3. The storm is moving southward at 20 mph.
  • 4. She pointed her compass southward to navigate the trail.

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