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backwards

UK
/ˈbækwədz/
US
/ˈbækwɚdz/
backwardsadjective
more backwards
Comp.
most backwards
Super.
Used chiefly in attributive position, especially in fixed expressions such as "backwards compatibility".
Translations
The driver made a backwards movement out of the garage.
Водитель сделал обратный манёвр из гаража.
отсталыйнегативная оценка, подчёркивает отставание
Many consider the policy a backwards step for civil rights.
Многие считают эту политику отсталым шагом для гражданских прав.
Additional translations
регрессивныйформально, публицистика
Definitions
Directed toward the back; facing or moving rearward.
The driver made a backwards movement out of the garage.
Behind in progress, development, or sophistication; retrograde.
Many consider the policy a backwards step for civil rights.
backwardsadverb
Translations
She stumbled backwards into the room.
Она пошатнулась и отступила назад в комнату.
They drove backwards down the driveway.
Они поехали обратно по подъездной дорожке.
Additional translations
в обратном порядке
задом наперёд
Definitions
In or toward the back or rear direction.
She stumbled backwards into the room.
In reverse order or direction; from end to beginning.
The word reads the same backwards.
Toward a less advanced or worse state.
The new regulations could push the industry backwards.
backnoun
Definitions
The rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips.
She had a tattoo on her back.
The part of a chair or seat that supports a person's back.
He leaned against the back of the chair.
The side or part of something that is away from the observer or from the direction in which it moves or faces; the rear.
The back of the house needs painting.
A player in a team game who plays in a defensive position behind the forwards.
The full back made a crucial tackle to stop the opposing team from scoring.
backadverb

backwards

UK
/bæk/
US
/bæk/
Translations
He looked back to see if anyone was following him.
Он посмотрел назад, чтобы увидеть, не следит ли за ним кто-нибудь.
She went back to the store to return the dress.
Она пошла обратно в магазин, чтобы вернуть платье.
в ответ
He smiled back when she waved at him.
Он улыбнулся в ответ, когда она помахала ему.
Additional translations
в прошлое
Definitions
To a previous place or condition.
She went back to her hometown after many years.
In return or response.
He smiled back at her.
In reverse or opposite direction.
The car rolled back down the hill.
In or into the past.
Thinking back, I realize how much I've learned.
In a delayed or late manner.
The project was set back by several weeks.
Synonyms
again
anew
afresh
once more
backwardadverb

backwards

UK
/ˈbækwəd/
US
/ˈbækwɚd/
(also backwards mainly UK)
Translations
He fell backwards off the stool.
Он упал назад со стула.
Additional translations
навзничь
наоборот
обратно
в обратном порядке
задом(наперёд)
в обратном направлении
Definitions
Towards the direction that is opposite to the one in which you are facing or opposite to the usual direction.
He took a step backwards to allow her to pass.
Returning to older and less effective ways.
The breakdown in negotiations will be seen as a step backwards.
Synonyms
rearward
in reverse
back
toward the rear
retrogressively
in the opposite direction
Antonyms
forward
ahead
onward
forth
in order
backverb
Definitions
To support or endorse someone or something.
The committee decided to back the new policy proposal.
To provide financial support for something.
Several investors agreed to back the startup company.
To bet on the success of a competitor or team.
He decided to back the underdog in the race.
backadjective
Definitions
Located at or near the rear or hind part of something.
The back door was left open, allowing a cool breeze to enter the house.
Relating to the past or previous time.
She found an old diary in a back drawer of her desk.
Situated or placed at a distance from the front or main area.
The back seats of the theater were less expensive but offered a good view.
backwardadjective
Definitions
(old-fashioned, offensive) Underdeveloped or not advanced in terms of social, economic, or technological progress.
When he was a child, his teachers thought he was backward.
Directed or facing toward the back or rear.
The backward movement of the car surprised everyone.
(UK) Not doing something immediately or quickly, because you are nervous or not certain about it.
He said as a minister he would never be backward in reproving those whom he considered in the wrong.
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