Outward

usgb/ˈaʊtwərd/
adjective

Moving away from a center or particular point.

The outward flight of the bird.
Visual representation of "outward" - Moving away from a center or particular point.

Often appears as...

  • outward journey
  • outward movement
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Physical movement

Refers to something moving from the inside towards a less central point.

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The smoke drifted outward from the chimney.
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Expansion

Indicates growth or increase in size, spreading from a point.

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The city's boundaries moved outward rapidly.
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Revealing truth

Implies revealing or showing something that starts from within.

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His blush was the outward sign of his embarrassment.
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