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downward
01
moving or situated toward a lower point or area in space
Examples
The downward motion of the elevator made me feel a bit uneasy.
She took a downward step into the basement.
02
facing or pointing toward a lower level or position
Examples
She felt the downward pull of gravity as she descended the staircase.
The downward slope of the hill made hiking difficult.
03
showing a decline in a particular condition or measurement
Examples
The company reported a downward trend in profits this quarter.
The stock market experienced a downward movement after the announcement.
downward
01
toward a lower level or position
Dialect
American
American
Examples
The bird spiraled downward through the open sky.
After the explosion, debris rained downward onto the street.
02
from a higher to a lower condition
Examples
The company 's profits have been moving downward for the past year.
Her health declined downward after the surgery.
03
used to indicate movement or influence that extends to lower levels or ranks within a hierarchy or structure
Examples
The company ’s new benefits plan will apply downward, from top executives to entry-level employees.
The change in policy will impact all levels of staff, from the managers downward.
Lexical Tree
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