DOWNWARD


Meaning of DOWNWARD in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ daʊnwə(r)d ]

1.

A downward movement or look is directed towards a lower place or a lower level.

...a firm downward movement of the hands.

≠ upward

ADJ : ADJ n

see also downwards

2.

If you refer to a downward trend, you mean that something is decreasing or that a situation is getting worse.

The downward trend in home ownership is likely to continue.

≠ upward

ADJ : ADJ n

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