This advice of yours will go a long way toward solving the problem.
Source: tatoeba (17387)
Toward
/təˈwɔːd/
Synonyms for "toward" (135 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (27)
Noun(5 words)
accessible to allascension to powerbias toward resultscapacity to do workcome to
Verb(6 words)
adhere to original termsallocates water for industryapply liquid to soilattribute responsibility tocalls for constitutional reformcause discredit to
Preposition(3 words)
Adjective(1 words)
ar apps for learning
Adjective(1 words)
Strong matches (41)
Noun(16 words)
Preposition(3 words)
Verb(3 words)
connected to groundexert force ongive in to impulses
Adjective(1 words)
descriptive adjective of change
Related words (67)
Noun(25 words)
integration of individual valueslearn to behave civillyobject to methodobligation to learnplasma drift toward earthpreposition of directionprogress towardprogress toward civilityrefuse to considerresistance to accelerationtends towardtibto infinitiveto infinitive labelto numberto produceto programtotal totransfer to bigger pottrend toward
Show 5 more words
trending towardverbo di cambiamentowater for life programwaterfall into the basinwill be unable to
Preposition(15 words)
Adjective(5 words)
long thrust towardprocedural motion to changepublic access to informationstrong push for reformstrong relevance to results
Verb(5 words)
matters to meplace into teams randomlyprepare for examslip into chaossuccumb to fatigue
Adjective(1 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: about, accessible to all, across, adhere to original terms, advantageous.
- Sentence evidence is available for toward, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from moby, derived_reverse, opengloss, wiktionary, and related lexical sources.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "toward".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "toward"
Keep "toward" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "toward" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "toward", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "toward" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
6 entriesMore specific
14 entriesCollocations
9 entrieshead towardmove towardtoward a solutiontoward educationtoward eveningtoward the endtoward the goaltoward the horizonturn toward
Derivations
1 entriesSample sentences
23 total sentences available.
The children ran toward the classroom.
Source: tatoeba (19037)
A gigantic bird came flying toward him.
Source: tatoeba (19395)
Everybody took a hostile attitude toward illegal aliens.
Source: tatoeba (22130)
Showing 4 of 23 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "toward"?
Closest matches include about, accessible to all, across, adhere to original terms, advantageous.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "toward"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.