Definition

In the direction of the earth or ground.

Example

The bird flew earthwards, descending towards the trees.

Conversation

Did you see how the kite was flying earthwards just before it landed?

Yeah, it really looked like it was coming down fast!

I wonder what makes it drift earthwards like that when the wind changes.

Probably the weight of the kite pulling it down as the wind calms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Earthwards → It is formed from "earth" (from Old English *eorþe*, meaning the ground or soil) and "-wards" (meaning in the direction of). The word "earthwards" means in the direction of the earth or ground.

Memory Tip

Think of moving 'toward the ground' — 'earth' refers to the ground, and '-wards' indicates direction.

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