Synonyms for Rearward (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (directed or moving toward the rear):
reverse
WordNet sense 2 (directed or facing toward the back or rear):
backward
WordNet sense 3 (located in or toward the back or rear):
rear
WordNet sense 4 (related to or located at the back):
back
WordNet sense 5 (at or to or toward the back or rear):
backwards, rearwards
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