homeward Meaning & Definition
/ˈhoʊmwɚd/
What Does Homeward Mean?
As an adverb, homeward means Towards home. As an adjective, it means oriented towards home.
Homeward: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adverb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhoʊmwɚd/ |
| Synonyms | oriented, orientated and homewards |
Homeward Definition (Adverb)
- Towards home.
I am homeward bound.
Homeward as an Adjective
- oriented towards home
I caught a homeward bus.
Synonyms of Homeward
Homeward synonyms and antonyms →Homeward in a Sentence
I am homeward bound.
I caught a homeward bus.
Word Forms & Grammar
homeward (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Homeward
Origin of Homeward
Origin 1: From Middle English homward, from Old English hāmweard, from Proto-Germanic *haimawarda, equivalent to home + -ward. Cognate with Dutch heimwaarts, German heimwärts (“homeward”).
Origin 2: From Middle English homward, from the adverb (see above).