inward meaning and definition

INWARD adjective

Definition of inward (adjective)

1. relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
   • "a concern with inward reflections"
   • antonym: outward
2. directed or moving inward or toward a center
   • "the inbound train"; "inward flood of capital"
   • synonyms: inbound

INWARD adverb

Definition of inward (adverb)

1. toward the center or interior
   • "move the needle further inwards!"
   • synonyms: inwards
   • antonym: outward
2. to or toward the inside of
   • "come in"; "smash in the door"
   • synonyms: in, inwards