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Definition of heavenward

heavenward

/ˈhɛv.ən.wɚd/
heav · en · ward
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• adverb

1

Toward heaven or the sky.

Example

"After hearing the good news, he glanced heavenward in silent gratitude."

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• adjective

1

Directed or moving toward heaven or the sky.

Example

"The gothic cathedral's tall spires seemed to trace a heavenward path into the clouds."

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• Nearby Words

heaven
heavenly
heavens
heavenward
heaves
heavily
heaviness

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English heven-ward, dating to before the 12th century, formed by combining Old English heofon ('heaven, sky') with the directional suffix -weard ('toward').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Heavenward. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/heavenward
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