1. outward features, aspects, or appearances of something
Usage: plural form
2. things that are outside or separate from the main subject or concern
Usage: plural form

Examples

• Don’t judge the book by its externals; focus on the content.
• The externals of the building were impressive, but the interior needed work.
• She was more concerned with externals like clothing and appearance than with character.
• The company focused too much on externals and ignored core business issues.
• Despite the beautiful externals, the house had serious structural problems.
• He tried not to be distracted by externals during his meditation practice.