hellward

/ˈhɛlwərd/

Definitions

1. adverb

in the direction of hell or towards the underworld.

“The villagers believed that any soul that strayed hellward would never return.”

2. noun

a path or direction leading to the underworld.

“The ancient myth spoke of a secret pass leading hellward, guarded by fierce demons.”

Synonyms

  • infernal
  • underworldly

Antonyms

  • heavenward
  • paradisiacal