exterior

//ɪkˈstɪəriər//
B2Frequency Level 11Neutral
Visual representation of exterior

Noun

exteriorSingular
exteriorsPlural
1

The outer surface or part of something, especially a building.

The exterior of the building was painted white.

2

A person's outward appearance or behavior, especially when different from their true character.

Behind his calm exterior, he was actually very nervous.

Antonym

Adjective

exteriorCanonical form
1

Situated on or relating to the outside of something.

The exterior walls of the building need to be repainted.

2

Coming from outside; external.

The company faced exterior pressure from investors to change its policy.

Antonym