backwards
/ˈbækwədz/ · /ˈbækwərdz/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2920 in the learning path
向后；朝后
Definitions
adv. Towards the back, or with the back facing forwards.
向后；朝后
adv. In the opposite order or direction to the usual one.
倒序地；逆向地
Example
She stepped backwards to let the cyclist pass.
她向后退了一步，让骑车的人过去。
Researchers can work backwards from current pollution levels to identify the likely sources of environmental damage.
研究人员可以根据当前污染水平反向追溯，找出环境破坏的可能来源。
Collocations
- walk backwards
- backwards and forwards
- work backwards
Word family
- backward (adj.)
- back (adv.)
Synonyms
- backward
Antonyms
- forwards
Usage tip
backwards是副词；修饰名词通常用backward。
FAQ
- What does backwards mean?
- Towards the back, or with the back facing forwards. In the opposite order or direction to the usual one.
- How is backwards pronounced?
- UK /ˈbækwədz/, US /ˈbækwərdz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
