skyward (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈskaɪwərd/

Definition

Moving or directed toward the sky.

Examples

• The birds flew skyward in a great flock.

• He gazed skyward, wondering when the rain would stop.

• The smoke from the campfire drifted skyward.

How to Use skyward

skyward bound (collocation)

Traveling or heading towards the sky. — "The rocket was skyward bound, carrying its precious cargo."

Synonyms of skyward

Words with a similar meaning to skyward:

• upward
• aloft
• heavenward

Antonyms of skyward

Words with the opposite meaning to skyward:

• downward
• earthward

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