Definition and Synonyms for Inwardness

Definition of Inwardness

1. The choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience Noun
2. Preoccupation especially with one's attitudes and ethical or ideological values Noun
3. The quality or state of being inward or internal Noun
4. Preoccupation with what concerns human inner nature (especially ethical or ideological values) Noun

inward
Adjective
derivation
2
1. relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
2. relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
outwardness
Noun
antonym
3
1. a concern with or responsiveness to outward things (especially material objects as opposed to ideal concepts)
2. the quality or state of being outside or directed toward or relating to the outside or exterior
3. concern with outward things or material objects as opposed to the mind and spirit
inward
Adjective Satellite
derivation
1
1. directed or moving inward or toward a center

Etymology for inwardness