Internally
/ɪnˈtɜːrnəli/
Definitions
2 meaningsWithin or inside a particular organization, system, or body; inwardly.
/ɪnˈtɜːrnəli/
In the inside; inwardly.
The engine operates internally.
💡 Simply: It's like saying something happens inside something else, like inside your body or inside a company. For example, the problem was handled internally, meaning they dealt with it inside the company.
👶 For kids: It means something is happening inside, like inside your tummy or inside a toy.
More Examples
The company dealt with the problem internally, without involving outside help.
The report analyzed the data internally before publishing the findings.
How It's Used
"The doctor examined the patient internally."
"The company restructured its operations internally."
"The government focuses on managing the issues internally, to avoid external pressure."
In the mind or emotions; privately, or not openly.
/ɪnˈtɜːrnəli/
With respect to a person's mental or emotional state.
He debated internally whether to accept the job offer.
💡 Simply: When something happens 'internally,' it means it is happening in your mind or how you feel, but others might not know about it. For example, I was internally debating whether to speak up.
👶 For kids: When you think or feel something in your head or heart, like when you're trying to decide what to play with.
More Examples
She was internally conflicted about her decision.
I struggled internally with the secret I was keeping.
How It's Used
"She struggled internally with her conflicting emotions."
"The protagonist wrestled internally with his conscience."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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From Middle English *internal*, from Old French *internal* or Latin *internus* meaning "inward" or "within", + -ly.
Used since the 14th century, initially referring to the inner aspects of something.
Memory tip
Think of 'internal' meaning inside, so 'internally' means in an inside manner or location.
Word Origin
"inward, within"