What does inwardness mean?
Inwardness means The characteristic of being inward or directed towards the inside..
Inwardness
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
The characteristic of being inward or directed towards the inside..
Definitions by Sense
- The characteristic of being inward or directed towards the inside.
- The internal or true state; the essential nature.
- Familiarity; intimacy.
- Earnestness; heartiness.
Example Sentences
the inwardness of conduct
Sense cannot arrive at th’inwardness of things.
Signior Leonato, let the friar advise you: / And though you know my inwardness and love / Is very much unto the prince and Claudio, / Yet, by mine honour, I will deal in this / As secretly and justly as your soul / Should with your body.
The prophets perpetually reminded their nation of the superiority of judgment and justice to any exterior ceremony like sacrifice. […] [W]hat was wanted was more inwardness, more feeling. This was given by adding mercy and humbleness to judgment and justice.
Synonyms for inwardness
Antonyms for inwardness
Related Words
Word Forms
- inwardnesses
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for inwardness?
Common synonyms include crux, gist, bowels, sum.
What is the opposite of inwardness?
Possible antonyms include outwardness, externality.
How do you use inwardness in a sentence?
the inwardness of conduct
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