The hiker carefully moved downward along the steep trail to reach the valley.
synonyms
downdownwardlydownwards
word origin — Middle English 'dounward', from 'doun' (down) + 'ward' (in the direction of)
IELTS Vocabulary — Set 149
Set 149 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 5 words: downward, irrespective, approximately, likewise, namely. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
downward · adverb/ˈdaʊn.wɚd/
toward a lower place or position
The hiker carefully moved downward along the steep trail to reach the valley.
Synonyms: down, downwardly, downwards
Origin: Middle English 'dounward', from 'doun' (down) + 'ward' (in the direction of)
irrespective · adverb/ˌɪrɪˈspɛktɪv/
in spite of everything or without considering something
Irrespective of the weather conditions, the event will proceed as planned.
Synonyms: regardless, nonetheless, anyway
Origin: From Latin 'ir-respectivus', meaning 'not regarding, without regard'.
approximately · adverb/əˈprɑːk.sɪ.mətli/
close to a particular value but not exactly
The project is expected to take approximately six months to complete.
Synonyms: roughly, nearly, about
Origin: from Latin 'approximatus', meaning 'to come near to, to approach'
likewise · adverb/ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/
in the same way or manner
The new employee adapted to the team culture quickly; likewise, her colleagues welcomed her with open arms.
Synonyms: similarly, also, as well
Origin: from the combination of 'like' + 'wise', meaning 'in a manner similar to'.
namely · adverb/ˈneɪm.li/
that is to say or specifically
Several countries, namely France and Germany, have agreed to collaborate on climate change initiatives.
Synonyms: that is, specifically, particularly
Origin: The word 'namely' originates from the Old English 'name,' which comes from the Proto-Germanic '*namô'. The adverbial use developed in Middle English, suggesting a mention or specification.