Astern and Backward

Astern adverb - Near, toward, or in the stern of a ship or the tail of an aircraft.

Backward is a synonym for astern. In some cases you can use "Backward" instead the word "Astern" as an adverb or an adjective.

Backward adjective - Directed, turned, or done toward the back.

Astern is a synonym for backward in toward the rear topic. You can use "Astern" instead the word "Backward" as an adverb or an adjective.

Nearby Words: back, backwater, backwardness, backwards, backwardation