toward
/tɔːrd/
preposition
- In the direction of (someone or something).
- The plane flew toward the setting sun.
- She walked toward the park entrance.
- He gestured toward the door.
- In relation to (someone or something), especially regarding attitude or behavior.
- Her attitude toward homework has improved.
- He felt a growing sense of gratitude toward his mentor.
- The company has a generous policy toward its employees.
- As part of the payment for; contributing to.
- This grant goes toward research on renewable energy.
- We saved $500 toward our vacation fund.
- Every donation helps toward the goal of building a new library.
- Just before; near (a particular time).
- Toward the end of the movie, the plot twists.
- The weather gets colder toward winter.
- She became sleepy toward midnight.
adjective
- Happening or coming soon; in progress.
- The storm is toward; we should take shelter.
- With the election toward, tensions are rising.
- Preparations are toward for the festival.