B2adverbformalpsychologyemotions
US/ˈaʊt.wərd.li/
UK/ˈaʊt.wəd.li/
in the way someone or something seems to other people, although it may be different inside
In context
Outwardly calm, she was shaking with fear inside.
He remained outwardly cheerful throughout the long meeting.
Outwardly, the house looked just like every other one on the street.
Words that go with outwardly
adverb + adjective
- outwardly calmHe was outwardly calm, but his hands were cold.
- outwardly confidentShe seemed outwardly confident before the interview.
- outwardly cheerfulThey stayed outwardly cheerful for the children.
- outwardly politeThe guests were outwardly polite but clearly bored.
adverb + verb
- outwardly appearThe company may outwardly appear healthy.