forwardly

In presumptuous manner

Forwardly means in a forward manner—moving ahead, being bold or presumptuous, or positioned toward the front.

The word is rare; most contexts prefer *forward* as the adverb: She stepped forward rather than She stepped forwardly.

When forwardly does appear, it often describes bold or pushy behavior: He forwardly inserted himself into the conversation.

directionally

ahead

In the lead

advancing · progressively · headlong · toward · onwards · forth

assertive

forthright

Directly honest in manner

outspoken · plain-spoken · straightforward · upfront · direct · boldly · unabashedly · unapologetically · pointedly · explicitly

confidently

boldly

With fearless confidence

undauntedly · resolutely · determinedly · intrepidly · courageously · audaciously · daringly · fearlessly · unflinchingly · steadfastly

openly

transparently

In an obvious manner

unreservedly · uninhibitedly · freely · candidly · unconcealed · unguardedly · ingenuously · guileless · artlessly · plainly

proactively

anticipatorily

In a foreseeing manner

presciently · ahead-of-time

Opposites
manner of social approach

forwardlyshyly

In a retiring manner

timidly · diffidently · bashfully · reservedly · reticently

direction of movement

forwardlyregressively

In reverse developmental direction

in reverse · backward · retroactively · lately

Phrases
Family

forward, forwards, forwarding, forwardness, forwarder

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G