Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
downward-movement
noun
/ˈdaʊn.wərd ˈmuːv.mənt/
Definition
The act of moving or pointing toward a lower position.
Examples
- The stock market experienced a significant downward movement due to economic concerns.
- The downward movement of the elevator was marked by a soft chime.
- After the heavy rain, the downward movement of water created small streams on the hills.
Meaning
Downward movement refers to a shift or transition that goes from a higher point to a lower one, whether in physical, metaphorical, or even emotional contexts.
Synonyms
- descent
- decline
- drop
- plunge
