Definition

The state or quality of being outside or external to something.

Example

The exteriority of the building was designed to impress visitors.

Conversation

I've been thinking about how much we focus on exteriority these days.

That's true; everyone seems obsessed with appearances.

Yeah, it makes me wonder if we're missing deeper connections.

Definitely, sometimes the inner qualities matter much more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exteriority → It is formed from "exterior" (from Latin "exterior" meaning outer or external) and "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "exteriority" refers to the state of being external or outside.

Memory Tip

Think of 'exterior' meaning outer, and '-ity' indicating a state — so exteriority is the state of being outside.

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