outwardness
/ˈaʊtwərdnəs/
noun
- The quality of being directed toward or concerned with the external world rather than inner thoughts or feelings.
- Some cultures value outwardness, while others prize introspection.
- The philosophy emphasizes outwardness, focusing on actions rather than intentions.
- His outwardness made him a great salesperson who loved meeting new people.
- The state of being on the outside or external surface.
- The outwardness of the building's design was modern, but the interior was traditional.
- In art, she explored the outwardness of form rather than hidden meaning.
- The outwardness of the shell protected the soft creature inside.
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