BACKWARD
/ˈbæk.wə(ɹ)d/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective, adverb
Definition of BACKWARD
The state behind or past.
(of motion) In the direction towards the back.
"They left without a backward glance."
(of motion) In the direction reverse of normal.
"The occasional backward movement of planets is evidence they revolve around the sun."
Reluctant or unable to advance.
(of motion) In the direction towards the back; backwards
"to throw the arms backward"
Toward, or in, past time or events; ago.
By way of reflection; reflexively.
Synonyms of BACKWARD
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Examples of BACKWARD in a Sentence
- "They left without a backward glance."
- "The occasional backward movement of planets is evidence they revolve around the sun."
- "to throw the arms backward"
Word Details
Is BACKWARD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BACKWARD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BACKWARD uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BACKWARD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | a | c | k | w | a | r | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 22 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BACKWARD
81 words from the letters in BACKWARD
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How to Use BACKWARD in Word Games
BACKWARD is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BACKWARD to find 81 additional valid words.