Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

northwards

Adverb
/ˈnɔːrθ.wərdz/
Definition
In a direction toward the north.
Examples
  • The travelers headed northwards in search of warmer temperatures.
  • As the storm approached, they moved northwards to avoid the worst of it.
  • Birds often migrate northwards during the spring.
Meaning
The term ‘northwards’ describes movement or position relative to the north direction.
Synonyms
  • North
  • Northward
  • To the north