Forward motion is the literal or figurative movement towards a specific goal or direction. Its synonyms include progress, advancement, movement, progression, and headway. These words imply a gradual and continuous activity towards a certain end, which is not necessarily limited to bodily movement, but can also include progress in a project or an idea. Other synonyms also include momentum, propulsion, and drive, which suggest a strong force that propels a person or thing forward. Each of these synonyms encompasses the idea of moving something forward, whether it be in terms of physical movement, intellectual development, or the achievement of a specific goal.