outwardly

[out-werd-lee]

adverb

1. as regards appearance or outward manifestation.

   outwardly charming; outwardly considerate.

2. on the outside or outer surface; externally.

   Outwardly, the fruit was rough to the touch.

3. toward the outside.

   The pier stretched outwardly from the shore.

outwardly

/ ˈaʊtwədlɪ /

adverb

1. in outward appearance

2. with reference to the outside or outer surface; externally

Word History and Origins

Origin of outwardly¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; outward, -ly

Example Sentences

In the hours before Lord Mandelson's sacking, even those in government and outwardly loyal to the prime minister's position at the time, were struggling.

From BBC

Cooper, do you see your character here as an extension of what you were doing in “Licorice Pizza”? It’s this guy who outwardly has a lot of game, but then inwardly is struggling.

From Los Angeles Times

It is arguably more outwardly erotic than fans of the novel may expect.

From BBC

Nothing seems to get in the way of second-year resident Mel King’s outwardly cheerful demeanor.

From Los Angeles Times

Where they finished in the group did not concern manager Sarina Wiegman - outwardly at least - but she was pleased with the "urgency" that the France loss gave them.

From BBC

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