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Outwardness (Noun)

Meaning¹

The quality or state of being outside or directed toward or relating to the outside or exterior; "the outwardness of the world".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

The architecture of the building accentuated its outwardness, with large windows that seemed to blend seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.
The team's outwardness was evident in their bold and adventurous approach to problem-solving.
Her shy personality often hid her true nature, which was characterized by an intrinsic outwardness that longed to be expressed.
The outwardness of the campus was enhanced by the scenic beauty of the surrounding hills and valleys.
The focus on community development reflected the city's commitment to outwardness and engagement with the wider world.

Concern with outward things or material objects as opposed to the mind and spirit; "what is the origin of the outwardness of our sensations of sound, smell, or taste"; "an abstract conception with feelings of reality and spatial outwardness attached to it".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Meaning³

A concern with or responsiveness to outward things (especially material objects as opposed to ideal concepts); "hearty showmanship and all-round outwardness".