internal

[in-tur-nl] / ɪnˈtɜr nl /

ADJECTIVE

within

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constitutional domestic in-house intramural national private subjective

WEAK

centralized circumscribed civic enclosed gut home indigenous inherent innate inner innermore inside interior intestine intimate intrinsic inward municipal native visceral viscerous

Antonyms

WEAK

external outer

Example Sentences

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Even though the sponge feels soft, its internal structure acts like extremely fine sandpaper.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

Coach Lue led the team, overcoming major obstacles throughout the season with a player investigation, injuries, internal strife and major roster changes at the trade deadline.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

The engines have a near 50-50 split between internal combustion and electrical power.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Thanks to his efforts, the U.S. has more influence over Cuba’s internal dynamics than at any point since Fidel Castro came to power in 1959.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

“Watch out for internal bleeding, Dad,” Ben said, laughing from an upstairs window.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

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