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

Elites constantly calibrate their speech and compartmentalize their innermost private thoughts. — Jieun Baek, Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026

The most reliable way to check for doneness is with an instant-read thermometer, inserted into the thickest part of the breast and the innermost portions of the thigh, without touching bone. — Julie Harans, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 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