Definition of DOWNWARDS

downwards

Meanings

Adverb

  • spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position

Adv

  • Towards a lower place; towards what is below.
  • Towards something which is lower in order, smaller, inferior, etc.

Origin / Etymology

From down + -wards.

Synonyms

down, downward, downwardly

Antonyms

up, upward, upwardly, upwards

Scrabble Score: 17

downwards is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
downwards is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
downwards is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

downwards is a valid Words With Friends word