Go towards Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Movement Usually implies that someone or something is physically moving towards a target or location. She saw her friend across the park and went towards him. Pro Tip 2/3Visible Goal Often used when the goal or destination can be seen or is known. Upon hearing the music, they went towards the stage. Pro Tip 3/3Not Immediate The phrase doesn't necessarily mean the goal will be reached immediately. The explorer went towards the mountain, days away from the summit.