1. moving or directed toward a lower place or position

1. toward a lower place, position, or level

Examples

• The airplane began its downward descent toward the runway.
• Stock prices showed a downward trend throughout the month.
• She looked downward at her feet while walking.
• The path slopes downward toward the valley.
• He pointed downward to indicate the basement.
• The company’s profits have been moving downward this quarter.
• Water flows downward due to gravity.