Grade 6
(back-wards) 2 syllables

Definition

adverb. in the direction of one's back; moving or facing the back.

Example Sentence

We counted backwards from ten. OR He looked backwards before backing out.

More Example Sentences

He walked backwards to avoid stepping on grass.

Synonyms

reverse; backward; rearward

Antonyms

forwards; ahead; onward

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Rhymes

  • backwards