adverb
- in one's thoughts or feelings; privately; internally
- toward the inside or center
Examples
- She smiled politely but inwardly felt annoyed.
- He inwardly questioned the decision but said nothing.
- The door opened inwardly into the room.
- She inwardly rejoiced at the good news.
- The walls curved inwardly toward the center.
- He appeared calm but was inwardly nervous about the interview.