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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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
Purists may turn up their noses, but our inner child loves their funky flavors.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
As the sun and Chiron harmonize, face your inner saboteur.
—USA TODAY, 8 Feb. 2025
Green drenching is a technique for creating an area where the soul-soothing power of plants invites a deeper connection to nature and creates a sense of inner calm.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025
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“Inner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inner. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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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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