Godward

[ god-werd ]

adverb

1. Also Godwards. toward God.

adjective

1. directed toward God.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Godward¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400. See God, -ward

Example Sentences

Mark Godward, a productivity consultant in the restaurant industry, said chains typically focus modernization efforts in three areas: image and environment, food production and delivery, and guest ordering and interaction.

From Wall Street Journal

“The definition of what makes a new investment in a facility profitable and acceptable to a guest is changing,” said Mr. Godward, who also is the owner of 12 Dunkin’ Donuts franchises in North Carolina.

From Wall Street Journal

He hit Mr Lamb and Mr Godward with his walking stick, leaving both men with head and neck injuries.

From BBC

“Having been entrusted with representing such an institution that has a public record of contributing Godward change in individuals and in our community, I deeply and sincerely regret having communicated such ill-motivated rhetoric — particularly in light of our nation’s present rhetoric-saturated distress,” he said.

From Washington Times

Grandmother Sue Godward and her daughter Niki Mellor managed to baffle 5 live’s Eleanor Oldroyd with their confusing family tree.

From BBC