1. (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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