What does outward mean?

visible on the outside rather than reflecting inner feelings moving or directed away from the centre or starting point towards the outside or away from the centre

How is outward pronounced?

UK /ˈaʊtwəd/, US /ˈaʊtwɚd/.

outward

/ˈaʊtwəd/ · /ˈaʊtwɚd/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5839 in the learning path

外表的；表面上的

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Definitions

adj. visible on the outside rather than reflecting inner feelings

外表的；表面上的

adj. moving or directed away from the centre or starting point

向外的；外出的

adv. towards the outside or away from the centre

向外

Example

Despite her outward confidence, Leila felt nervous inside.

尽管外表自信，莱拉内心却很紧张。

A city's outward appearance may improve through redevelopment, while underlying social inequalities remain largely unchanged.

城市的外观可能因改造而改善，但深层的社会不平等却基本没有改变。

Collocations

outward appearance
outward signs
outward journey
outward movement

Word family

outwardly (adv.)
outwards (adv.)

Synonyms

external

Antonyms

inward

Usage tip

作副词时英式英语更常用outwards。

FAQ

What does outward mean?: visible on the outside rather than reflecting inner feelings moving or directed away from the centre or starting point towards the outside or away from the centre
How is outward pronounced?: UK /ˈaʊtwəd/, US /ˈaʊtwɚd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.