Word
exterior
Phoneticsex·te·ri·or, stress on the second syllable
US/ɪkˈstɪɹiɝ/
UK/ɛkstˈiəɹɪɐ/
Definitions
01the outside of a structure
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. the outside part or surface of something, especially a building.
n. the outer surface or part of a physical structure or object.
Español:exterior
“The exterior of the house was painted a bright white to reflect the sun.”
“The architect specified a weather-resistant stone for the exterior to ensure the building would withstand the harsh coastal climate.”
02outward appearance
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Formal
n. the way a person looks or acts on the outside, which might be different from their real feelings.
n. the outward appearance or manner of a person, often contrasted with their internal emotional state.
“Behind his tough exterior, he was actually a very kind and gentle man.”
“Despite her calm exterior, she was feeling incredibly nervous about the presentation she had to give to the board.”
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“That microbes survived on the space station's exterior surprised scientists.” “What is more, to the left of the hall, the exterior of the impressive entrance porch is rotated a quarter-turn so the viewer can see it.” Etymology
From Latin exterior.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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Traducciones: Kaikki.org (Wiktionary), CC BY-SA 4.0