outward

[ˈaʊtwərd]

outward Definition

• 1. relating to the way that someone or something looks or seems to other people
• 2. relating to physical appearance or behavior
• 3. directed towards the outside or away from a central point

Using outward: Examples

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

• Example

  Her outward calm belied her inner turmoil.

• Example

  The company's outward appearance was one of success, but in reality, it was struggling financially.

• Example

  He made an outward show of support for his friend, but privately he disagreed with him.

outward Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for outward

• visible
• apparent
• superficial
• extrinsic
• external

Antonyms for outward

• inward
• internal
• hidden
• intrinsic

Phrases with outward

• outward bound

  going out; on the way out

  Example

  The ship is outward bound and will not return for several weeks.

• outward show

  an external display or appearance

  Example

  The politician's outward show of confidence masked his nervousness.

• outward sign

  a visible indication or evidence of something

  Example

  The bruise on her arm was an outward sign of the injury she had sustained.

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Summary: outward in Brief

The term 'outward' [ˈaʊtwərd] refers to appearance, behavior, or direction away from a central point. It describes how someone or something looks or seems to others, as in 'Her outward calm belied her inner turmoil.' 'Outward' can also denote an external display or appearance, as in 'The politician's outward show of confidence masked his nervousness.'