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inwardly

adverb
/ˈɪnwərdli/

Meaning

In the mind or spirit; not outwardly visible.

Example Sentences

She smiled outwardly but inwardly she was worried.

Synonyms

internally, secretly, privately, mentally

Antonyms

outwardly, externally

Collocations

inwardly pleased, inwardly worried, inwardly laughing, inwardly focused

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