Definition of rearward

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  • rearward is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • rearward is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • rearward is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of rearward

  • located in or toward the back or rear (adjective)

    Examples

    1. on the rearward side

    Synonyms

    1. rear
  • directed or moving toward the rear (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a rearward glance
    2. a rearward movement

    Synonyms

    1. reverse
  • at or to or toward the back or rear (adverb)

    Examples

    1. she looked rearward out the window of the car

    Synonyms

    1. back
    2. backward
    3. backwards
    4. rearwards
  • direction toward the rear (noun)

    Examples

    1. his outfit marched to the rearward of the tank divisions

See definition of rearward in Merriam Webster