Forwardest: meaning, definitions and examples

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forwardest

 

[ ˈfɔːrwərdɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

directional placement

The term 'forwardest' is the superlative form of 'forward', indicating something that is positioned the farthest ahead in space or time. It is often used in contexts where comparison is made between multiple subjects or objects in terms of their advancement or position towards a goal or destination. This adjective is relatively uncommon and might be replaced by 'farthest forward' in many instances. However, it retains its validity in specific contexts where precise language is required.

Synonyms

farthest forward, most advanced

Examples of usage

  • The forwardest team in the tournament will face the champion.
  • He took the forwardest position during the discussions.
  • Among all ships, the forwardest was the fastest.
  • In this race, she was the forwardest competitor.

Translations

Translations of the word "forwardest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais avançado

🇮🇳 सबसे आगे

🇩🇪 am weitesten vorne

🇮🇩 paling maju

🇺🇦 найдалі вперед

🇵🇱 najdalej na przód

🇯🇵 最も前の

🇫🇷 le plus avancé

🇪🇸 el más avanzado

🇹🇷 en ileri

🇰🇷 가장 앞선

🇸🇦 الأكثر تقدماً

🇨🇿 nejdále vpřed

🇸🇰 najďalej vpred

🇨🇳 最前面

🇸🇮 najbolj napreden

🇮🇸 fremsta

🇰🇿 ең алда

🇬🇪 ყველაზე წინმავალი

🇦🇿 ən irəlidə

🇲🇽 el más avanzado

Etymology

The word 'forward' derives from the Old English 'forweard', which combines 'for' meaning 'before' or 'in front' and 'weard' meaning 'guard' or 'direction'. The superlative form 'forwardest' follows the common English pattern of adding '-est' to indicate the highest degree of a quality, in this case, moving or facing towards the front. Its usage can be traced back through various English texts, where it appeared in contexts discussing direction and position. Over time, as language has evolved, the word 'forward' has taken on broader meanings in sports, business, and personal development, reflecting assertiveness, initiative, and progress. As a result, while 'forwardest' may not be frequently encountered in modern English, it symbolizes a specific degree of advancement in various applications.