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inward

[in-werd] / ˈɪn wərd /
ADJECTIVE
ingoing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
inbound
WEAK
entering incoming infiltrating inflowing inpouring penetrating through
Antonyms
WEAK
outgoing outward public
ADJECTIVE
private
Synonyms
WEAK
confidential hidden inmost inner innermost inside intellectual interior internal intimate personal privy psychological religious secret spiritual
Antonyms
WEAK
outgoing outward public

Example Sentences

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Stress that people turn inward may be quietly increasing the risk of memory loss in older Chinese Americans, according to new research from Rutgers Health.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

Malhotra said West Asia contributes about one-sixth of India’s exports, one-fifth of imports, half of crude oil imports and nearly two-fifths of inward remittances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

"You have to isolate your muscles and the noise around you... and really focus inward," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

While many people in your position might solely be looking inward, you are also looking the opposite direction.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Mama stops, her knees bent; she coils inward, holding, hugging me close.

From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes