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[in-er] / ˈɪn ər /
ADJECTIVE
central, middle physically
Synonyms
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close constitutional essential familiar focal inherent innermore inside interior internal intestinal intimate intrinsic inward nuclear
Antonyms
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exterior external outer outside physical
ADJECTIVE
mental, private
Synonyms
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central concealed deep-rooted deep-seated emotional esoteric essential focal gut hidden individual inherent innate inside interior internal intimate intrinsic intuitive inward personal psychological repressed secret spiritual subconscious unrevealed visceral viscerous
Antonyms
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exterior external outer outside physical

Example Sentences

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“We stand on the walls, sentinels of the inner sanctum, against the assault of AI slop,” Karp said in his letter to shareholders.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Every time we think, 'That's it, it's over,' we surprise ourselves and find inner resources in our heart.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

In retirement, I figured, my wealth of time would shift my inner handyman into high gear.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Some of the teeth pointed outward and sideways, while rows of smaller teeth lined the inner surfaces.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

Overlooked for almost fifty years, that scrawl is like the key to a cipher, unlocking a hidden layer of Elizebeth’s inner life.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield