downhill
1 antonyms and opposites of downhill, grouped by meaning.
Adverb — Towards the bottom of a slope.
Antonyms
How to use downhill
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From down- + hill.
Full origin of downhill →Frequently asked questions
What does “downhill” mean?
The word “downhill” means towards the bottom of a slope. In plain terms, moving toward the bottom of a hill — often used figuratively for things getting steadily worse.
How do you pronounce “downhill”?
“Downhill” is pronounced down-HIHL (/ˌdaʊnˈhɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “downhill” in a sentence?
Here is “downhill” used in a sentence: “The bike coasted downhill without any pedaling.”
What is the opposite of “downhill”?
The opposite of “downhill” — its antonyms — is uphill.
What part of speech is “downhill”?
Depending on how it is used, “downhill” can be an adverb, an adjective and a noun.
Is “downhill” a common word?
“Downhill” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “downhill” have?
“Downhill” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: towards the bottom of a slope.
What is the difference between "downhill" as an adverb and as an adjective?
As an adverb, "downhill" describes movement towards the bottom of a slope, as in "the car rolled downhill." As an adjective, it describes something getting steadily worse, as in "his health took a downhill turn."
What does it mean when someone says a situation "went downhill"?
This is a figurative use of "downhill" meaning the situation has been getting steadily worse. It draws on the adjective sense of decline rather than the literal sense of descending a slope.
Is "downhill" a specific event in skiing?
Yes, "downhill" refers to a high-speed alpine skiing event, as well as more generally to the act of skiing down a slope fast. It is one of the recognized disciplines in competitive alpine skiing.