Rightward

usgb/ˈraɪtwərd/
adverb

Towards the right side or direction.

The train slowly moved rightward on the railway track.
Visual representation of "rightward" - Towards the right side or direction

Often appears as...

  • shift rightward
  • move rightward
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Directional Movement

Use 'rightward' to describe something moving to the right, often physically.

Illustration for Directional Movement
She glanced rightward towards the noise.
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Indicating Change

'Rightward' indicates a change or shift in position or opinion, typically to the right.

Illustration for Indicating Change
The politician's policies took a surprising rightward turn.
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Visual Description

Use it to detail scenes or movements in visual fields, like art or directions.

Illustration for Visual Description
He drew his character always looking rightward for symbolic reasons.
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