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Definition of Outward
1. Adverb. Toward the outside. "Move the needle further outward!"
2. Adjective. Relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind. "A concern with outward beauty rather than with inward reflections"
Attributes: Outwardness
Similar to: External, Outer
Also: Superficial
Antonyms: Inward
Derivative terms: Outwardness, Outwardness
Similar to: External, Outer
Also: Superficial
Antonyms: Inward
Derivative terms: Outwardness, Outwardness
3. Adjective. That is going out or leaving. "Outward-bound ships"
Definition of Outward
1. adv. From the interior part; in a direction from the interior toward the exterior; out; to the outside; beyond; off; away; as, a ship bound outward.
2. a. Forming the superficial part; external; exterior; -- opposed to inward; as, an outward garment or layer.
3. n. External form; exterior.
Definition of Outward
1. Adjective. outer; located towards the outside ¹
2. Adjective. visible, noticeable ¹
3. Adverb. Towards the outside; away from the centre. (defdate from 10th c.) ¹
4. Adverb. (obsolete) Outwardly, in outer appearances; publicly. (defdate 14th-17th c.) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Outward
1. toward the outside [adv]