Synonyms for

Interior

Verb / ˌɪˈntɪri:ɜ: / Another word for interior — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the inside part of something; the inner part of a room or building

Synonyms & similar words

upcountry doi exterior national inside outside interiordepartment home internal midland interior departmentoftheinterior inner inside inner indoor domestic home inland internal central middle core heart center indoors home-based in-house innermost intermediate mid

Synonyms by register

Formal

internal inner innermost central

Informal

inside inward

Literary

inwardness heart core

Antonyms

exterior outside external outer surface outward

Common collocations

  • interior design
  • interior monologue
  • interior space
  • interior decoration
  • interior angle
  • interior ministry
  • interior parts

Word family

noun interior
adjective interior

Usage note

As an adjective, 'interior' refers to something on the inside. As a noun, it refers to the inside part or space.

Example sentences

  1. The interior of the car was clean and comfortable.
  2. The interior of the house was painted blue.
  3. The interior of the room was dark and quiet.
  4. The interior of the building was spacious and bright.
  5. The interior of the church was decorated with stained glass windows.

Quotes

  • The interior of a house should be personal and intimate, reflecting the people who live in it. - Frances Elkins
  • There's nothing I love more than the feel of a new interior. - Nate Berkus
  • Design is coming to grips with one's real lifestyle, one's real place in the world. Rooms should not be put together for show but to nourish one's well-being. - Albert Hadley

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