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"downward" vs "downwards"

Both 'downward' and 'downwards' are correct, but 'downward' is more commonly used in American English, while 'downwards' is more common in British English. The choice between the two depends on the regional variant of English being used.

Last Updated: March 26, 2024

downward

This is a correct term commonly used in American English.

The term 'downward' is used to describe movement or position in a downward direction.

Examples:

  • The ball rolled downward.
  • She looked downward to avoid eye contact.

Alternatives:

  • descending
  • falling
  • sinking
  • dropping
  • lowering

downwards

This is a correct term commonly used in British English.

The term 'downwards' is used to describe movement or position in a downward direction.

Examples:

  • The water flowed downwards.
  • He pointed downwards to indicate the direction.

Alternatives:

  • descending
  • falling
  • sinking
  • dropping
  • lowering

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