Downward

/ˈdaʊn.wəd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Moving or directed toward a lower position.

The downward slope made it easier to ride the bike.

Indicating a decline in quantity or quality.

The downward trend in sales is concerning for management.

adverb

Towards a lower place or position.

The hiker moved downward along the steep trail.

In a decreasing or declining manner.

The company's profits have been trending downward for the past few years.

In the direction of a lower level or status.

The elevator descended downward to the basement floor.

Middle English, from 'down' + '-ward'.

downward spiral

A situation that is getting worse.

downward trend

A general decline in a certain area or aspect.

look downward

To shift your gaze downwards.

down

Moving from a higher to a lower place.

lowering

The act of making something lower.

Feeling down or depressed.

I'm feeling a bit downward today.