toward

/tɔːrd/
preposition
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. 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.
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