downriver Definition
- 1in the direction in which a river flows
- 2toward the mouth of a river
Using downriver: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "downriver" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The boat sailed downriver towards the sea.
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The pollution is spreading downriver and affecting the wildlife.
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We followed the fisherman downriver to find the best spot for fishing.
downriver Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for downriver
- downstream
- along the river
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Summary: downriver in Brief
The term 'downriver' [daʊnˈrɪvər] refers to the direction in which a river flows, or towards the mouth of a river. It is often used to describe the movement of boats or the spread of pollution. An example sentence is 'The boat sailed downriver towards the sea.'
