downwards

• Наречие, означающее «в направлении более низкого положения, уровня или направления». Используется для обозначения движения или ориентации от более высокой точки к более низкой. В британском английском чаще используется 'downwards', в то время как в американском английском 'downward' часто предпочитается как в качестве прилагательного, так и наречия.

An adverb meaning "toward a lower position, level, or direction." It is used to indicate movement or orientation from a higher to a lower point. In British English, 'downwards' is more common, while in American English, 'downward' is often preferred as both an adjective and adverb.

1. Spatial directionA2formal

   From a higher to a lower position or level in space.

   Вниз

   • The bird flew downwards towards the ground.
   • He looked downwards from the top of the mountain.
   • The ball rolled downwards along the slope.

   Synonymsdowndownward

   Antonymsupwards

2. Metaphorical declineB2formal

   From a higher to a lower level in terms of quantity, quality, or status.

   Ухудшение

   • The company's profits have been trending downwards for months.
   • Her health has been moving downwards since the accident.
   • The economy is spiraling downwards into a recession.

   Synonymsdowndownhilldownward

   Antonymsupwards