Found 2 items, similar to forwardness.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: forwardness forwardness n : offensive assertiveness [syn: bumptiousness, cockiness, pushiness]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Forwardness Forwardness \For"ward*ness\, n. The quality of being forward; cheerful readiness; promtness; as, the forwardness of Christians in propagating the gospel. [1913 Webster] 2. An advanced stage of progress or of preparation; advancement; as, his measures were in great forwardness. --Robertson. [1913 Webster] 3. Eagerness; ardor; as, it is difficult to restrain the forwardness of youth. [1913 Webster] 3. Boldness; confidence; assurance; want of due reserve or modesty. [1913 Webster] In France it is usual to bring children into company, and cherish in them, from their infancy, a kind of forwardness and assurance. --Addison. [1913 Webster] 5. A state of advance beyond the usual degree; prematureness; precocity; as, the forwardnessof spring or of corn; the forwardness of a pupil. [1913 Webster] He had such a dexterous proclivity, as his teachers were fain to restrain his forwardness. --Sir H. Wotton. Syn: Promptness; promptitude; eagerness; ardor; zeal; assurance; confidence; boldness; impudence; presumption. [1913 Webster]