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outwardly

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out⋅ward⋅ly

  [out-werd-lee]
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–adverb
1. as regards appearance or outward manifestation: outwardly charming; outwardly considerate.
2. on the outside or outer surface; externally: Outwardly, the fruit was rough to the touch.
3. toward the outside: The pier stretched outwardly from the shore.
Origin:
1350–1400; ME; see outward, -ly
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out·ward·ly   (out'wərd-lē)   
adv.  

  1. On the outside or exterior; externally.

  2. Toward the outside.

  3. In regard to outward condition, conduct, or manifestation: outwardly a perfect gentleman.

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