Downwardly and Upwardly

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Downwardly

Downwardly adverb - Spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position.
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Synonyms for Downwardly
Upwardly is an antonym for downwardly.
Nearby Words: downward, downwards

Upwardly

Upwardly adverb - Spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position.
Usage example: upwardly mobile
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Synonyms for Upwardly
Downwardly is an antonym for upwardly.
Nearby Words: upward, upwards

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Antonyms for downwardly


Antonyms for upwardly

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