outward
adj.adj. relating to how something looks on the outside, rather than how it is on the inside. It describes the part of something that people can see or the direction away from a center.
adj. relating to the external appearance or surface of something, often in contrast to its internal reality. Also describes movement directed away from a central point or origin.
She maintained an outward appearance of calm during the interview.
Despite his outward confidence, he felt extremely nervous about the presentation.
The company's outward success masked a series of internal financial crises that eventually led to its sudden collapse.
From Middle English outward, from Old English ūtweard, equivalent to out + -ward.
From out- + ward.
Typically used attributively before a noun. Often contrasted with 'inward' or 'internal'.
The outward of the buildingThe exterior of the buildingLearners often use 'outward' as a noun, but it is primarily an adjective; 'exterior' or 'outside' should be used for the noun form.