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DOWNWARD

(adverb, adj.sat, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Downward.

Downward - as an adverb

Spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position

Example: "Don't fall down"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
downdownwardlydownwards
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
upward

Downward - as an adjective satellite

Extending or moving from a higher to a lower place

Example: "The down staircase"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
down

On or toward a surface regarded as a base

Example: "He lay face downward"

Downward - as an adjective

Moving, sloping or oriented downward.

Example: "He spoke with a downward glance."

Located at a lower level.

Example Sentences

"The airplane began its downward descent towards the runway."
"The stock market experienced a significant downward trend."
"She followed the downward path of the river until she reached the waterfall."
"The hiker lost his balance and started his downward slide down the icy slope."
"During the storm, the branches of the tree bent downward under the weight of the snow."
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Word Game Points

Is DOWNWARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, downward is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DOWNWARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DOWNWARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, downward is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DOWNWARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DOWNWARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, downward is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DOWNWARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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