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BACKWARD

(adj., adverb, adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Backward.

How to pronounce backward:

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Backward - as an adjective

Directed or facing toward the back or rear

Example: "A backward view"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
forward14

(used of temperament or behavior) marked by a retiring nature

Example: "A backward lover"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
forward14

Backward - as an adverb

At or to or toward the back or rear

Example: "He moved back"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back12backwards21rearward12rearwards13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
forward14

In a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal

Example: "It's easy to get the `i' and the `e' backward in words like `seize' and `siege'"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backwards21

In or to or toward a past time

Example: "Set the clocks back an hour"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back12
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
forward14

Backward - as an adjective satellite

Retarded in intellectual development

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feebleminded21half-wittedslow-witted

Having made less than normal progress

Example: "An economically backward country"

Backward - as a noun

The state behind or past.

Example Sentences

"He took a backward step when he realized his mistake."
"The horse took a few backward steps before turning around."
"The backward motion of the car startled the pedestrians."
"She has a backward way of thinking."
"The backward development of the country is concerning."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKWARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backward is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKWARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is BACKWARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backward is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKWARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is BACKWARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backward is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKWARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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