Noun
The quality of being forward; cheerful readiness; promtness; as, the forwardness of Christians in propagating the gospel.
An advanced stage of progress or of preparation; advancement; as, his measures were in great forwardness.
Eagerness; ardor; as, it is difficult to restrain the forwardness of youth.
Boldness; confidence; assurance; want of due reserve or modesty.
A state of advance beyond the usual degree; prematureness; precocity; as, the forwardnessof spring or of corn; the forwardness of a pupil.
Source: Webster's dictionaryRather than any dishonour shall grow by me, I myself will take up arms, I myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder of every one of your virtues in the field. I know already, for your forwardness you have deserved rewards and crowns. Elizabeth I of England
readiness to continue discussions Source: Internet
they showed no eagerness to spread the gospel Source: Internet
they disliked his zeal in demonstrating his superiority Source: Internet
he tried to explain his forwardness in battle Source: Internet
the forwardness of the harvest this year Source: Internet