Definition of NORTHWARD

northward

Meanings

Noun

  • the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees
  • The direction or area lying to the north of a place.

Adjective Satellite

  • moving toward the north
    • "the northward flow of traffic"

Adverb

  • in a northern direction

Adj

  • Situated or directed towards the north; moving or facing towards the north.

Adv

  • Towards the north; in a northerly direction.

Origin / Etymology

From north + -ward.

Synonyms

due north, N, north, northbound, northerly, northwards

Scrabble Score: 16

northward is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
northward is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
northward is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

northward is a valid Words With Friends word