internal

[in-tur-nl] / ɪnˈtɜr nl /

ADJECTIVE

within

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constitutional domestic in-house intramural national private subjective

WEAK

centralized circumscribed civic enclosed gut home indigenous inherent innate inner innermore inside interior intestine intimate intrinsic inward municipal native visceral viscerous

Antonyms

WEAK

external outer

Example Sentences

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Many lawmakers remain skeptical however that the chamber will act as soon as this week -- especially on Swalwell, whose case has only just surfaced and has not yet gone through the usual internal process.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

This type of fat surrounds internal organs and is strongly linked to serious heart and metabolic conditions.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

It is understood that a previous internal investigation into claims against Walker was not upheld and no misconduct was found.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

“We have initiated an internal investigation and will take appropriate action based on the findings. The Sheriff’s Office remains committed to professionalism and holding our employees accountable.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

I replaced the bulb and tried a new battery, but that didn’t help—the internal wiring was bad.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen

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