As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To move in the direction that is in front of you. English = go forward, advance. 2. To change for the better over a period of time. English = advance, develop. As Modifier: 1. Used at the beginning or end of a signed sentence or next to a verb (action) sign to mean from a given time forward into the future. English = from this time on, henceforth.