outwardly

[ˈaʊtwərdli]

outwardly Definition

in terms of external appearance or behavior, without necessarily reflecting one's true feelings or character.

Using outwardly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "outwardly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Outwardly, she seemed calm, but inside she was panicking.

  • Example

    He was outwardly friendly, but I could tell he was not happy with the situation.

  • Example

    The company is outwardly successful, but they are struggling financially.

outwardly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for outwardly

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Summary: outwardly in Brief

The adverb 'outwardly' [ˈaʊtwərdli] refers to external appearance or behavior that may not reflect one's true feelings or character. It is often used to describe situations where someone appears calm or friendly on the surface, but may be experiencing different emotions internally.