Inward meaning

What does “inward” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“inward” is an adjective and adverb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts.

inward

adjective

  1. relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts

    “a concern with inward reflections”

    Oppositesoutward
  2. directed or moving inward or toward a center

    “the inbound train”

    “inward flood of capital”

    Synonymsinbound

adverb

  1. toward the center or interior

    “move the needle further inwards!”

    Synonymsinwards
    Oppositesoutward
  2. to or toward the inside of

    “come in”

    “smash in the door”

    Synonymsininwards

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University