inwardness

• Substantivo que designa o núcleo essencial ou a parte mais íntima de uma ideia ou experiência, bem como a concentração em si mesmo, nas próprias convicções, valores éticos ou ideológicos e na própria natureza interior.

A noun referring to the essential core or innermost part of an idea or experience, or a preoccupation with one's own attitudes, ethical or ideological values, and inner nature.

1. Essential core or essenceC2formal

   The innermost or most vital part of an idea, experience, or thing; the fundamental nature.

   Essência

   • The inwardness of the poem lies in its exploration of human suffering.
   • He tried to grasp the inwardness of the philosophical argument.
   • Understanding the inwardness of the ritual requires deep cultural knowledge.

   Sinônimoscoreessencegistheartkernelnubpithquintessencesoulsubstance

   Antônimosexternalityoutwardnesssuperficiality

2. Preoccupation with inner ethics or valuesC2formal

   A focus on one's own attitudes, ethical principles, or ideological beliefs.

   Interioridade

   • Her inwardness made her a reflective and conscientious leader.
   • The movement emphasized inwardness over outward social conformity.
   • Inwardness is often seen as a virtue in many spiritual traditions.

   Sinônimosintrospectionself-examinationsoul-searching

3. Inner state or qualityC2formal

   The quality or condition of being directed inward or having an internal nature.

   Interioridade

   • The artist's work suggests a deep inwardness of experience.
   • Meditation cultivates a sense of inwardness and calm.
   • His poetry is characterized by its profound inwardness.

   Sinônimosdepthessenceintrospection

   Antônimosexternalityoutwardness

4. Preoccupation with inner human natureC2formal

   A sustained concern with what is internal to human beings, especially ethical or ideological aspects.

   Interioridade

   • The philosopher wrote extensively about human inwardness.
   • Modern society often neglects inwardness in favor of external achievements.
   • Inwardness allows individuals to confront their own moral dilemmas.

   Sinônimoscontemplationintrospectionmeditationreflectionself-absorptionself-analysisself-contemplationself-examinationthoughtfulness

   Antônimosextroversionoutwardness