inward

/ˈɪnwərd/

/ˈɪnwəd/

Definitions of inward

1. adjective

   directed or moving inward or toward a center
   “inward flood of capital”

   synonyms: inbound

   incoming

   arriving at a place or position
2. adjective

   relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
   “a concern with inward reflections”

   synonyms:

   indwelling

   existing or residing as an inner activating spirit or force or principle

   inmost, innermost

   being deepest within the self

   inner, interior, internal

   located inward

   private, secret

   not expressed

   self-whispered

   as if whispered to yourself

   antonyms:

   outward

   relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind

   external

   purely outward or superficial

   outer

   located outside

   superficial

   concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually
3. adverb

   toward the center or interior
   “move the needle further inwards!”

   synonyms: inwards

   antonyms:

   outward

   toward the outside
4. adverb

   to or toward the inside of
   synonyms: in, inwards