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inwardness

/'inwədnis/
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Explanation of "Inwardness"

Definition: "Inwardness" is a noun that refers to a focus on one's inner self, thoughts, feelings, and values. It can relate to deep personal reflections, ethical beliefs, or the internal aspects of something, like the inside of a body or the main ideas of a concept.

Usage Instructions
  • When to Use: You can use "inwardness" when discussing topics related to self-reflection, personal values, or the internal qualities of something.
  • Sentence Structure: "Inwardness" is often used in more formal or philosophical contexts.
Example Sentences
  1. Basic Usage: "She spent time in quiet reflection, exploring her own inwardness."
  2. Advanced Usage: "The novel is rich in its exploration of the characters' inwardness, revealing their deepest fears and desires."
  3. Different Context: "The inwardness of the human body is fascinating for medical students, as they learn about organs and systems."
Word Variants
  • Inward (adjective): Relating to or situated on the inside; "His inward thoughts were more complex than he let on."
  • Inwardly (adverb): In a way that relates to one's inner self; "Inwardly, she felt a mix of excitement and fear."
Different Meanings
  1. Philosophical Context: Referring to the exploration of moral or ideological values that guide a person's actions and beliefs.
  2. Physical Context: Describing the internal parts of something, such as the body.
Synonyms
  • Introspection
  • Inner self
  • Soul-searching
  • Reflection
  • Depth
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Idioms: - "Look within" - To examine one's own thoughts and feelings. - "Heart and soul" - The most important or essential part of something.

Conclusion

"Inwardness" is a concept that encourages us to think about our inner lives, our values, and our personal beliefs. It’s a word that can be used in both everyday conversation and more formal discussions about philosophy, psychology, or literature.

Noun
  1. preoccupation with what concerns human inner nature (especially ethical or ideological values)
    • Socrates' inwardness, integrity, and inquisitiveness- H.R.Finch
  2. the quality or state of being inward or internal
    • the inwardness of the body's organs
  3. preoccupation especially with one's attitudes and ethical or ideological values
    • the sensitiveness of James's characters, their seeming inwardness
    • inwardness is what an Englishman quite simply has, painlessly, as a birthright
  4. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
    • the gist of the prosecutor's argument
    • the heart and soul of the Republican Party
    • the nub of the story

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