# externally

**Pronunciation:** /ɪkˈstɜːrnəli/ · ek-STUR-nuh-lee

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

On or from the outside of a body, object, or system.

## Examples

- The cream should be applied externally to the affected area of the skin.
- The building appeared externally sound, but the foundation was crumbling.
- We must evaluate the project both internally and externally to ensure total quality.

## Synonyms

- outwardly — Focuses on how something appears to others.
- superficially — Implies only the surface level, often lacking depth.
- on the outside — The most basic, neutral way to describe location.
- extrinsically — Refers to factors coming from outside a system.

## Antonyms

- internally — Refers to the inside of a body or system.

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