NYT Dictionary

INWARD

/ˈɪnwɚd/
AdjectiveAdverbNounIN-wardin-ward · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2025

Meaning

Situated on the inside; that is within, inner; belonging to the inside.

Etymology

Origin: Old English

From Middle English inward, from Old English inweard, corresponding to in + -ward.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

interiorinternalinnerprivateintroitivefainthomeinlandintranationalobfuscated

Antonyms

outwardoutwards

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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