inwardly Meaning, Definition & Usage

In"ward*ly adverb

Etymology

AS. inweardlice.

Definitions

1. In the inner parts; internally.

   Let Benedick, like covered fire, Consume away in sighs, waste inwardly. Shak.

2. Toward the center; inward; as, to curve inwardly.
3. In the heart or mind; mentally; privately; secrety; as, he inwardly repines.
4. Intimately; thoroughly. Obs.

   I shall desire to know him more inwardly. Beau. & Fl.