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Wordabulary

backward

Pronunciation
Adverb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Toward the back, or in the opposite of the usual direction.

"The dancer took two steps backward."

Synonyms and antonyms

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The dancer took two steps _____."

Answer: backward

In your own words, what does "backward" mean?

Toward the back, or in the opposite of the usual direction.

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