Inner
ˈɪnər
Definitions
2 meaningsLocated inside or further in; relating to the mind or spirit.
ˈɪnər
Located inside or further in.
The inner workings of the engine were complex.
💡 Simply: Imagine a cake. The frosting is on the outside, but the delicious sponge is on the 'inner' side, right? The 'inner' part is inside.
👶 For kids: Being on the inside or the part that's closer to the middle.
More Examples
She tried to understand her inner feelings.
The inner circle of friends shared all the secrets.
The inner layers of the earth are very hot.
How It's Used
"The inner ear is responsible for balance and hearing."
"She found her inner strength during the crisis."
ˈɪnər
The deeper or more private part.
How It's Used
"Finding peace within one's inner self can be a lifelong journey."
"Discovering the inner beauty of a person."
Idioms & expressions
inner child
The aspect of a person that retains the emotional and behavioral characteristics of a child.
"Therapy often involves addressing issues related to one's inner child."
inner circle
A small group of people who have special access to a powerful or important person or organization.
"The president's inner circle included his closest advisors."
From Old English *innera* (comparative of *inn* 'in, within'), related to Proto-Germanic *in- ('in').
The word 'inner' has been used since Old English times, originally referring to the comparative form of 'in'.
Memory tip
Think of something 'in' side the outer layer.