Adverbs of Movement

at or toward a higher level or position

She looked up and saw the bird perched above her.

toward a lower position or level

She carefully climbed down the ladder to reach the ground safely.

to go away from somewhere

She left her friends at the party without any goodbye.

the direction or side that is toward the east when someone or something is facing north

The sun rises from the east, which is to the right if you're facing north.

used to show that something exists or happens inside a space or area

They live in a big house.

in a direction away from an enclosed or hidden space

Smoke poured out from the chimney.

to or toward the front

She stepped forward to address the audience.

in or to the direction opposite to the front

She took a step backward to create some space.

in the direction ahead

They marched onward through the storm.

moving or situated toward a lower point or area in space

The downward motion of the elevator made me feel a bit uneasy.

toward a higher level

The elevator smoothly ascended, moving upward to the top floor.

toward the center or inside of something

The labyrinth's path wound inward, guiding participants toward the center.

having to do with the external or visible appearance, as opposed to the inner or hidden qualities

His outward actions suggested he was confident, though he felt unsure inside.

in the direction of the sky

The birds soared skyward as the sun began to set.

toward or in the direction of one side

She glanced sideways at her friend during the meeting.

continuing in a direct line without deviation or curvature

The hikers followed a straight path through the desert.

at a position above or higher than something

Smoke hung over the burning building.

used to show how something is done or achieved

The problem was solved by teamwork.

in position or direction that is further forward or in front of a person or thing

Please drive carefully, there's a sharp curve ahead.

outward or away from a starting place, often with the sense of departure

They sailed forth from the harbor at first light.

used to indicate movement into one side and out of the opposite side of something

The cat slipped through the fence and disappeared into the bushes.

in the direction of a road, path, etc., indicating a forward movement

She walked along, lost in thought.

toward the side and away from the main path

He gently pushed the chair aside to make space for the guests.

in a slanted direction, forming an angle with a given line or surface

She cut the fabric diagonally to create a unique pattern.

in a direction extending outward from a central point

The fireworks burst radially in the night sky, creating a dazzling display.

in the direction of the longest dimension

She cut the fabric lengthwise to create long strips for the project.

in the direction of the longest dimension

The ship sailed longitudinally along the coast, covering vast distances.

at a right angle to a horizontal line or surface

She stacked the books vertically on the shelf to save space.

in a straight way that is parallel to the ground

She arranged the pictures horizontally on the wall to create a gallery effect.

in a direction that is sideways or to the side

The gymnast executed a cartwheel, moving laterally across the mat.

toward a higher position

The hot air balloon ascended upwardly into the sky.

repeatedly going in one direction and then in the opposite direction

The pendulum swung back and forth, marking the passage of time.

with the head leading the way

She dove headfirst into the pool, creating a splash.

with the head positioned forward

She tumbled headlong down the hill, laughing all the way.

toward the land from the direction of a ship or the sea

The fishermen rowed their boats ashore at sunset.

over the edge or side of a boat or ship and into the water

He accidentally dropped his hat overboard while leaning on the railing.

moving or turning in the same direction as the hands of a clock

The clockwise rotation of the ceiling fan helps circulate air in the room.

moving or turning in the opposite direction to the clockwise motion

The counterclockwise rotation of the propeller caused the airplane to turn left.