outwardly
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for outwardly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — On the surface or in appearance, as opposed to internally.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
superficially
to all appearances
Antonyms
How to use outwardly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
outwardly calm
outwardly confident
Etymology
From Middle English outwardly, outwardli, utwardliche, matching outward + -ly.
Full origin of outwardly →Frequently asked questions
What does “outwardly” mean?
The word “outwardly” means on the surface or in appearance, as opposed to internally. In plain terms, as far as anyone can see from the outside — often contrasted with how someone truly feels.
How do you pronounce “outwardly”?
“Outwardly” is pronounced OWT-wuhd-lee (/ˈaʊtwɚdli/ in IPA).
How do you use “outwardly” in a sentence?
Here is “outwardly” used in a sentence: “Outwardly, he seemed fine, but inside he was falling apart.”
What is another word for “outwardly”?
Words with a similar meaning to “outwardly” include superficially and to all appearances.
What part of speech is “outwardly”?
“Outwardly” is an adverb.
