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inwardness definition

in·ward·ness (-nis)

noun

  1. the inner nature, essence, or meaning
  2. the quality or state of being inward
  3. depth of thought; insight and sensitivity
  4. intimacy; familiarity (with)
  5. introspection
  6. reticence

Etymology: ME inwardnesse

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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