aftward
aftward adjective: by, near, at, or towards, the stern.
Adjective
aftward (comparative more aftward, superlative most aftward)
- by, near, at, or towards, the stern
Adverb
aftward (not comparable)
- Toward the stern.
- Synonyms:
- sternward, sternwards
Synonyms of aftward
Forms of aftward
| comparative | more aftward |
|---|---|
| superlative | most aftward |
Origin of aftward
From aft + -ward.
Questions about aftward
- What does aftward mean?
- Aftward means by, near, at, or towards, the stern.
- What part of speech is aftward?
- Aftward can be an adjective or an adverb.
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