inward
/ˈɪnwəd/
Meanings
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adjective
Moving or coming inward; directed inward; inner; introspective.
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verb
Bringing or coming inward; receiving goods or people into a place; entering or being entered.
Pronunciation
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Rhymes
Words rhyming with inwardward , yard , heard , herd
Variants
List of all variants of inward that leads to same resultinward , inwards , Inward Light , Inward Lights
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).inwards
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Old English inweard, from in- 'in' + weard 'guard, keep'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'inward' is related to the word 'ward', as both come from the Old English 'weard'.
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Inward is the opposite of outward.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Introspection: The act of examining one's own thoughts and feelings.
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Self-reflection: The act of considering one's own actions and motivations.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'inward' is often used to describe introspection and self-reflection. In art, the concept of 'inward' can be represented through symbolic images of the human heart or soul.
How to Memorize "inward"
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visualize
- Visualize a person bringing an object into their home or visualize the word 'inward' written inside a circle.
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associate
- Associate the word 'inward' with the concept of introspection or self-reflection.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Inward is Introspective' to remember the meaning of the word.
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