innermost

1 of 2

adjective

in·​ner·​most ˈi-nər-ˌmōst 

: farthest inward : inmost

innermost

2 of 2

noun

: the inmost part

Examples of innermost in a Sentence

Adjective

She revealed her innermost feelings.

the innermost part of the cave

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The image is whimsical, belying their instinct to flee the harsh world outside that tent, and through it, the audience gets to understand their psyche and innermost thoughts. — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026

Patients want to look like themselves, just a bit more harmonious, more refreshed, better aligned with their innermost sense of self. — Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2026

Noun

Acknowledging your innermost dreams will awaken your true calling. — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026

Both our public and our innermost lives depend upon it. — Time, 12 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for innermost

• diagnosed
• easternmost
• lowermost
• milepost
• northernmost
• outermost
• rearmost
• southernmost
• uppermost
• uttermost
• westernmost
• almost

Kids Definition

innermost

adjective

in·​ner·​most

ˈin-ər-ˌmōst

1

: farthest inward

2

: most intimate : deepest

one's innermost feelings