1
as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
made a stock trade based on inside information
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in interior
an interior or internal part
the inside of the clock features an amazingly complex mechanism
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in gut
usually insides plural
the internal organs of the body
medical students eager to see what people's insides look like
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in heart
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
not one to share her fears and worries, she keeps it all on the inside
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in scoop
information not generally available to the public
a person with the inside on what really happened at the board meeting
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of inside
Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Among the three live flies were one inside an egg burrito container in a walk-in cooler.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Kristin Robinson, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
Despite the secrecy, about 40 masked agitators found the venue and forced their way inside, breaking glass and attacking participants.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
The deer is essentially a main frame 10 point, but with 28 non-typical scoring points with a 17 3/8-inch inside spread.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 30 Oct. 2025
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Let creativity fly without the goo and sharp tools necessary to carve a pumpkin and scoop out its insides.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inside
Preposition
Walking among the colorful, striped geological layers feels like stepping inside a giant painting made by nature itself.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Among the three live flies were one inside an egg burrito container in a walk-in cooler.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Adverb
And Cynthia obviously knows her stuff inside and out.
—Kristin Robinson, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
Despite the secrecy, about 40 masked agitators found the venue and forced their way inside, breaking glass and attacking participants.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
The first reduces property taxes by providing a credit back to property owners in certain school districts; the second caps increases in inside millage collections to the rate of inflation.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
The deer is essentially a main frame 10 point, but with 28 non-typical scoring points with a 17 3/8-inch inside spread.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
The oxidation of your pumpkin’s insides can mean that mold and bacteria begin to form on that inner flesh that is no longer protected after the thick skin of the gourd is compromised through carving.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Let creativity fly without the goo and sharp tools necessary to carve a pumpkin and scoop out its insides.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inside
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inside
Preposition
-
China last tested its ICBM force in September 2024—its first since the 1980s—when a DF-31AG missile carrying a dummy warhead was fired toward international waters in the South Pacific, within the region's nuclear-free zone, according to a Newsweek map.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
-
While its construction was completed within five years in the 1770s, the restoration took 25 years through a partnership between the museum and World Monument Fund.—
Fred He,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Adverb
-
Childs, who flew in from Atlanta, said her flight was delayed due to aircraft issues.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
-
As for the skirt, the silhouette was breezy and looked to be easy to move around in.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
-
All calls are toll-free and confidential.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
-
The following month, according to the FBI, the man joined a group call from overseas with five others – including an FBI confidential source, who recorded the meeting.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
-
The helmets’ one-size-fits-all design comprised a manganese steel outer shell and an adjustable inner lining that was attached to a leather chinstrap.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
-
Also carrying over as Harden signatures is the inner-bootie for a snug fit, as well as the DNA of the outsole pattern and the toe box.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
The plush loafer-like shoe has a water-resistant suede exterior, leather laces, and wool interior.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
-
Gaube’s photographs, explains Moussa, show both his interest in vernacular architecture and the penchant of Lebanese architects, designers, and builders for using thick stone and heavy wooden doors that kept interiors cool in summer and insulated in winter.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
As much of a gut punch as Joe Flacco had delivered, for the third time in the past five games, the Bears just found a way.—
Kevin Fishbain,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
-
Meanwhile, the Blue Jays absorbed a 24-hour gut punch that may never again be experienced in World Series history.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
Still, more robust research was needed to declare that the portfolio diet leads to heart-health benefits for everyone, including healthy individuals.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
-
Gizmo’s incredible adoption story has certainly melted hearts online after Neveux documented her journey on TikTok (@saviiirose).—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
This self-cleaning litter box automatically scoops, deodorizes and contains mess with crystal litter, disposable tray and health-tracking sensors.—
Jessica Moore,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
-
Subscribe to the Eat Drink Freep newsletter for extras and insider scoops on Detroit-area dining.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
31 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Inside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inside. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share