Forwardness1. (n.) The quality of being forward; cheerful readiness; promptness; as, the forwardness of Christians in propagating the gospel.
2. (n.) An advanced stage of progress or of preparation; advancement; as, his measures were in great forwardness.
3. (n.) Eagerness; ardor; as, it is difficult to restrain the forwardness of youth.
4. (n.) Boldness; confidence; assurance; want of due reserve or modesty.
5. (n.) A state of advance beyond the usual degree; prematureness; precocity; as, the forwardness of spring or of corn; the forwardness of a pupil.
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