Synonyms of exterior

exterior 1 of 2

adjective

ek-ˈstir-ē-ər 

as in outer

situated on the outside or farther out

the house's exterior walls badly need to be painted

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outer
• outward
• external
• outside
• surface
• outermost
• outlying
• superficial
• outmost

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• interior
• internal
• inner
• inside
• inward
• innermost
• middle
• mid
• inmost
• midmost

exterior

2 of 2

noun

as in surface

an outer part or layer

the exterior of the tooth consists of very hard enamel

Synonyms & Similar Words

• surface
• front
• outside
• skin
• facade
• shell
• top
• face
• veneer
• facing
• appearance
• cover
• covering
• mask
• show
• semblance
• disguise
• guise

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• interior
• inside

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exterior

Adjective

Beginning in October 2023, the convention center also reportedly implemented additional new bird-safe measures, including closing drapes and blinds overnight and turning off non-essential exterior lights. — Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

The exterior sign at Lotte Market, the first store of the row, is crowned by the rugged tips of the Angeles Forest that peek out from behind it. — Vanessa Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

Noun

Since completing her project, the building, whose exteriors were landmarked, has been redeveloped into residential units, with the only hint of its past the remaining rooftop sign. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026

Once the exterior is pliable enough to season, apply the brine and return the turkey to the refrigerator to finish thawing. — Julie Harans, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026