Simple meaning
What does External mean?
on the outside.
Dictionary definition
located on or coming from the outside.
Example sentences
External in a sentence
easy
The class used external to describe the result in simple words.
medium
In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more external.
hard
During group work, students explained how external changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
Synonyms
Words like External
similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
Word family
External word family
Base word
external
adjective
external
Base form.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does external mean?
External means on the outside.
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