outward

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Relating to how something appears on the surface, rather than what is really felt inside.

   Despite his outward calm, he was extremely nervous.

2. 2
   adj

   Facing or moving toward the outside.

   The outward journey took longer than the return trip.

3. 3
   adv

   Toward the outside; away from the centre.

   She pushed the door outward and stepped into the garden.

From Middle English outward, from Old English ūtweard, equivalent to out + -ward.

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