Synonyms for

Internal

Verb / ˌɪˈntɜ:nʌl / Another word for internal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Existing or occurring within an organism, object, or institution; situated within the limits or surface; inner.

Synonyms & similar words

external national home intimate intragroup interior inner inside inner interior intrinsic domestic inherent inward private personal innermost intimate inmost central core essential integral inward subjective endogenous visceral

Synonyms by register

Formal

intrinsic inherent innate domestic

Informal

inside inner homegrown

Literary

inward heartfelt

Antonyms

external outer exterior outside foreign outward superficial

Common collocations

  • internal affairs
  • internal medicine
  • internal organs
  • internal conflict
  • internal combustion
  • internal audit
  • internal pressure

Word family

noun internality
verb internalize
adjective internal
adverb internally

Usage note

Often used to describe something belonging to or occurring within a system, organization, or body. Be careful not to confuse with 'international', which relates to relations between nations.

Example sentences

  1. The internal temperature of the oven was too high.
  2. The company had to deal with internal problems before expanding.
  3. The internal structure of the building was very complex.
  4. The team had an internal meeting to discuss their progress.
  5. The company had an internal audit to check their finances.

Quotes

  • The internal laws of the United States are a matter for the American people alone. - Chester A. Arthur
  • The most important thing is to keep the most important thing the most important thing. - Donald P. Coduto
  • The internal nature of America is rapidly becoming known in all its aspects. - Nathaniel Parker Willis

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