eastward
UK: ˈiːstwəd | US: ˈiːstwərd
adj. directed or moving toward the east
adv. in the direction of the east
The word "eastward" combines "east," derived from Old English ēast (meaning the direction of sunrise), and the suffix "-ward," from Old English -weard (indicating direction or orientation). The suffix "-ward" is commonly used in English to form adjectives and adverbs denoting direction (e.g., "homeward," "forward"). The compound logically signifies movement or orientation toward the east, reflecting its straightforward directional function.
They sailed eastward to reach the trading ports.
The migrating birds flew eastward for the winter.
The storm is moving eastward at 20 miles per hour.
She pointed eastward, where the sun was rising.
The highway extends eastward toward the mountains.