Pronunciation

/dəˈwɔːrd/

Definitions

• Adverb: In the direction towards lower levels, downwards, or toward a lower position or degree. For example: “The rain was falling downward.”
• Adjective: Relating to, moving, or situated in a lower direction or position. For example: “The stairs led downward to the basement.”
• Pronoun: Used to indicate a lower position or degree. For example: “I prefer to slide down the hill rather than climb upward.”

Phrases

• “Move downward” refers to going in a lower direction.
• “Shift downward” implies a change to a lower level or position.
• “Gradually downward” describes a slow descent.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “The sun began to set, casting its light downward onto the valley.”
• Adjective: “The arrow pointed straight downward.”
• Pronoun: “The temperature tends to drop downward during winter.”

Synonyms

• Down
• Downwards
• Downhill
• Descending
• Lowering

Antonyms

• Upward
• Ascending
• Rising