Cool MateMeaning of Downward
moving or pointing towards a lower level
In simple words: Going or facing towards a lower position.
Downward in a sentence
- the downward slope of a hill
- the downward trend in inflation
- She was trapped in a **downward spiral** *(= continuous increase)* of personal unhappiness.
- The business was on a downward path, finally closing in 2019.
- Subsidence is the downward movement of a site on which a building stands.
How to use Downward
Commonly used in both written and spoken English. Can describe physical movement or figurative situations, such as emotions. Less used in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
downward + motion or direction
Memory hint
Think of 'downward' as a 'down arrow' pointing towards the ground.
Related words
Collocations with Downward
- move downward
- look downward
- trend downward
- shift downward
- go downward
Opposites of Downward
- upward
- ascending
Common mistakes with Downward
- Using 'downward' as an adjective without a noun (e.g., 'downward movement' should be used).
- Confusing with 'downwards' — both are correct, but usage may vary by region.
- Misplacing the word in a sentence, leading to unclear meaning.
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Downward in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نزولي
يذهب أو يواجه نحو وضع أدنى.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নীচের দিকে
নিচের দিকে যাওয়া বা মুখ করে থাকা।
- GermanDeutsch
Abwärts
In eine tiefere Position gehen oder zeigen.
- SpanishEspañol
Hacia abajo
Yendo o enfrentándose hacia una posición más baja.
- Persianفارسی
پایین رونده
رفتن یا رو به پایین بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Vers le bas
Qui va ou qui fait face à une position plus basse.
- Hindiहिन्दी
नीचे की ओर
नीचे की ओर या नीचे की स्थिति की ओर जाते हुए।
- ItalianItaliano
Verso il basso
Che va o è rivolto verso una posizione più bassa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Para baixo
Indo ou virado para uma posição mais baixa.
- RussianРусский
Вниз
Идущий или направленный вниз.
- Urduاردو
نیچے کی طرف
نیچے کی پوزیشن کی طرف جانا یا سامنا کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
向下
朝着较低位置移动或面向。
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Frequently asked questions about Downward
What does Downward mean?
Going or facing towards a lower position.
What is the definition of Downward?
moving or pointing towards a lower level
How do you use Downward in a sentence?
the downward slope of a hill
Can you give another example of Downward?
the downward trend in inflation
What are synonyms for Downward?
Common alternatives include down, beneath, lower, falling, decreasing.
What is the opposite of Downward?
Opposite meanings include upward, ascending.
What words go with Downward?
It commonly pairs with move downward, look downward, trend downward, shift downward, go downward.
What are common mistakes when using Downward?
Using 'downward' as an adjective without a noun (e.g., 'downward movement' should be used). Confusing with 'downwards' — both are correct, but usage may vary by region. Misplacing the word in a sentence, leading to unclear meaning.
How do you pronounce Downward?
US: /["/ˈdaʊnwərd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdaʊnwəd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Downward?
Commonly used in both written and spoken English. Can describe physical movement or figurative situations, such as emotions. Less used in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Downward?
"Downward" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.