grammar nerds - backward versus backwards

[eightangryreindeer]

The crew member falls backward(s) and tumbles onto the dock.

Which is correct?

[flexie]

"backward"

[Deleted]

both are correct.

walla! grammar.quickanddirtytips.com/backward-versus-backwards.aspx

wait, i just reread. it's backward here regardless bc it's an adjective. but anyway, your time overseas may be why you have "backwards" in your head.

[yellowcardigan]

I think both are technically correct, but backward seems to be more common.

[eightangryreindeer]

Thanks y'all.