northward

adverb
UK: /ˈnɔːθwəd/
US: /ˈnɔːrwərd/

  1. Towards the north.

    1. They headed northward, seeking warmer weather for the winter months.
    2. The flock of geese flew northward, following the familiar migration route toward their breeding grounds.

Synonyms

north northerly
northward adjective

  1. Situated in or directed toward the north.

    1. The northward path led to the mountains.
    2. They built a cabin on the northward slope of the hill, sheltered from the harshest winds.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "northward" is /ˈnɔːθwəd/ in British English and /ˈnɔːrwərd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "northward": north, northerly.

Example usage of "northward": "They headed northward, seeking warmer weather for the winter months.". More examples on the page.