east
ward
adverb
1
to the direction of east
- The caravan of traders moved eastward along the ancient Silk Road.
- The compass needle pointed eastward, guiding the sailors across the open sea.
- The highway extended eastward, connecting rural villages and towns.
- The migrating butterflies fluttered eastward, following their seasonal migration route.
- The explorers set out eastward, eager to discover new lands beyond the horizon.