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outwardly

/ˈaʊwərdli/ adverb · British & US
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What does outwardly mean?

adverb

Showing what is on the outside; apparent or visible. Used to describe something that is not necessarily true or genuine.

Example

"She was outwardly confident, but inwardly nervous about the presentation."

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