Definition of BACKWARDS

backwards

Adverb

  • at or to or toward the back or rear
  • in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal

Adj

  • Synonym of backward; see usage notes there.

Adv

  • Synonym of backward; see usage notes there.

Origin / Etymology

From backward + -s. See also -s (“used in the formation of certain adverbs: backwards, downwards, inwards, etc.”).

Antonyms

forward

Scrabble Score: 21

backwards: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
backwards: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
backwards: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 23

backwards: valid Words With Friends Word