1
a
: situated farther in
the inner bark
b
: being near a center especially of influence
the inner circles of political power
2
a
: of or relating to the mind or spirit
the inner life
b
: existing as an often repressed part of one's psychological makeup
inner child
inner artist
inner
noun
innerly
adverb
Examples of inner in a Sentence
She led the guests to an inner room.
the inner face of the arch
the inner lining of the jacket
listening to her inner voice
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Elsewhere, the entire structure is wrapped in spray foam between inner and outer surfaces, and the floors have hydronic heating to prevent what is arguably the biggest source of discomfort in homes without foundations – perpetually cold floors.
—Stefan Ionescu
may 06, New Atlas, 6 May 2026
Joe Mantello has the inner glow of a man who has been keeping faith with himself.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
General Daily Insight for May 06, 2026 Steady work meets honest inner reflection.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
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“Inner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inner. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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inner
adjective
in·ner
ˈin-ər 
1
a
: situated farther in
inner room
b
: being near a center especially of influence
an inner circle of advisors
2
: of or relating to the mind or spirit
inner peace
innerly
adverb
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