English · Adjectives
backward
/ˈbækwərd/
[/ˈbækwərd/]
toward the back
Beginneradverb
Definition
Backward means in the direction behind you, toward the back.
Example
He took a step backward in surprise.
He took a step backward in surprise.
Etymology
From 'back' plus '-ward', a suffix meaning in a direction.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to show movement toward the back.