inwards

/'inwəd/

Thân thiện

The doctor carefully moves the needle further inwards.

Definition

1. Adverb:
   • Toward the center or interior: "inwards" describes movement or direction from an outer point toward a central or internal area.
   • To or toward the inside of something: It indicates motion or orientation into an enclosed space or inner part.

Usage

• Position in Sentence: Typically used after a verb to describe the direction of an action.
• Function: Modifies verbs of motion or position to specify an inward direction.

Examples

• Adverb:
  • The door opens inwards, not outwards.
  • She turned her gaze inwards to reflect on her feelings.
  • Please push the drawer inwards until it clicks shut.

Advanced Usage

• "to look/turn/gaze inwards": To direct one's attention or thoughts toward one's own self, feelings, or mind; to introspect.
  • After the criticism, he began to look inwards for answers.
• "to bend/fold inwards": To curve or double something so its parts face the interior.
  • The edges of the metal sheet bend inwards for safety.

Variants and Related Words

• Inward (adjective): Situated on or directed toward the inside; internal or mental.
  • She spoke with inward certainty.
• Inwardly (adverb): In one's mind or thoughts; privately.
  • He was inwardly grateful for the help.

Synonyms

• Inside: Toward or on the inner side.
• Interior: Situated within or directed inward.
• Internally: On or from the inside.

Antonyms

• Outwards: Toward the outside or exterior.
• Externally: On or from the outside.

Related Phrases

• Draw inwards: To pull something toward the center or oneself.
  • The plant's leaves draw inwards at night.
• Lean inwards: To incline or bend toward the interior.
  • The old fence posts lean inwards over the path.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. toward the center or interior
   • move the needle further inwards!
2. to or toward the inside of
   • come in
   • smash in the door

Từ đồng nghĩa

• inward
• in