downhill

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈdaʊnˌhɪl/
/ˌdaʊnˈhɪl/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The fastest of the disciplines of alpine skiing.

2 Definition

A rapid descent of a hill in related sports, especially in alpine skiing.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To take part in downhill skiing.

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Located down a slope or hill.

2 Definition

Going down a slope or a hill.

3 Definition

(by extension) Easy.

4 Definition

(by extension) Deteriorating, getting worse.

Example Sentences
  • After Don made those tasteless remarks, our relationship with him went downhill.
Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Down a slope.

Example Sentences
  • Because we got to the summit of the mountain, we could only go downhill from there.