down
Translation
down, downwards, sad, out of order
Examples
He walked down the street.
He walked down the street.
Please sit down.
Please sit down.
The computer system is down.
The computer system is down.
I'm feeling a bit down today.
I'm feeling a bit down today.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) down used with a verb to indicate movement to a lower position Please sit down.
down ((sth.)) along a street or path He walked down the street.
((to be)) down not working or available The computer system is down.
((to feel)) down feeling unhappy I'm feeling a bit down today.
Similar Words
Synonyms (adjective): sad, depressed; Antonyms (adverb/preposition): up
Etymology
From Old English 'adune', meaning 'off the hill'.
Memory Tips
Visualise an arrow pointing downwards for movement, position, and mood.