forward

B1 · Intermediate

adv. toward a time in the future.

adv. relating to or moving toward a future point in time.

“From this day forward, we will work together as a team.”

“Looking forward, the company must decide whether to invest in renewable energy or maintain its current infrastructure.”

B1 · Intermediate

adj. located at or near the front of something.

adj. situated at or directed toward the front.

“The forward cabin of the plane is usually quieter than the back.”

“The forward observation deck offers a panoramic view of the coastline as the ship enters the harbor.”

C1 · Advanced Informal

adj. behaving in a way that is too confident or lacks respect.

adj. presumptuous, bold, or lacking in customary restraint.

“I hope it's not too forward of me to ask for your phone number.”

“His forward manner during the interview was interpreted by the panel as arrogance rather than confidence.”

B1 · Intermediate Computing

v. to send a letter or email you received to another person.

v. to redirect a received communication to a third party.

“Could you forward that email to me so I can read the attachment?”

“The secretary was instructed to forward all relevant correspondence to the legal department for further review.”

C1 · Advanced Formal

v. to help something progress or develop.

v. to promote the interests or progress of a cause or project.

“The new law is intended to forward the cause of environmental protection.”

“The diplomat worked tirelessly to forward the peace process despite significant opposition from both sides.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Sports

n. a player in sports like football or basketball who plays near the front to score.

n. an attacking player positioned near the opponent's goal or basket.

“The team's star forward scored three goals in the final match.”

“The coach decided to substitute the forward for a more defensive player to protect their narrow lead in the closing minutes.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Finance Technical

n. an agreement to buy or sell something at a fixed price in the future.

n. a non-standardized contract between two parties to buy or sell an asset at a specified future time at a price agreed upon today.

“The company used a forward to lock in the price of oil for next year.”

“Unlike futures, a forward is traded over-the-counter and carries a higher degree of counterparty risk for the involved institutions.”