outwardly
/ˈaʊtwərdli/
adverb
- On the surface or in appearance; as seen from the outside.
- The house was outwardly beautiful, but the roof leaked badly.
- He remained outwardly friendly even when he was upset.
- Outwardly, she seemed calm, but inside she was nervous.
- Toward the outside; in an outward direction.
- The door opens outwardly, so be careful not to hit anyone.
- He turned his palms outwardly to show he had nothing to hide.
- The petals of the flower curved outwardly.
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