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Inwardly

Verb / ˈɪnwɜ:dli: / Another word for inwardly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a way that is not seen or known by others; privately or secretly.

Synonyms & similar words

inside outwardly privately secretly internally mentally emotionally inside inward inly subjectively spiritually psychologically personally within

Example sentences

  1. I was inwardly happy that I passed my test.
  2. He inwardly wished he could go outside and play.
  3. She inwardly groaned as her boss gave her more work to do.
  4. I inwardly chuckled at my friend's silly joke.
  5. He inwardly fumed at the rude customer.

Quotes

  • What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • The only journey is the one within. - Rainer Maria Rilke
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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