inward

/ˈɪnwəd/

inward

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Definition

Situated on the inside; that is within, inner; belonging to the inside.

Etymology

From Middle English inward, from Old English inweard, corresponding to in + -ward.

Example Sentences

  • "Noble and milde this Perſean ſeemes to be, If outward habit Iudge the inward man."
  • "There is nothing can be added unto the daintinesse of Fulvius wives death, who was so inward with Augustus."
  • "All my inward friends abhorred me."
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