downward

Word parts

down + -ward

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈdaʊnwɚd/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈdaʊnwəd/

• Audio (US)

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Preposition

Preposition downward

1. moving or facing down

   The company's sales have been following a downward trend for the last three years.

   Push the button beside the downward arrow.

Synonym

• downwards

Related words

• down
• -ward