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Definition of rightwards

rightwards

/ˈraɪt.wɚdz/
right · wards
Adjective:rightward
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• adverb

1

British Toward or in the direction of the right side.

Example

"The river bends sharply rightwards just beyond the old stone bridge."

2

British Toward more conservative or right-wing political views or policies.

Example

"During the economic crisis, the coalition party shifted noticeably rightwards on fiscal policy."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In British English, 'rightwards' (with a final '-s') is the preferred adverbial form, whereas 'rightward' (without the '-s') is used for both the adjective and the adverb in American English.

• Nearby Words

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