Definition

The condition of being focused on one's inner thoughts and feelings rather than external things.

Example

The artist's work reflects a deep sense of interiority, exploring the complexities of human emotions.

Conversation

I've been thinking a lot about my own interiority lately.

That's interesting! What got you started on that?

I guess I just want to understand my inner self better.

Yeah, exploring your interiority can really help with that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interiority is formed from "interior" (from Latin "interior", meaning inner or within) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state or quality of being inner or internal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'interior' meaning something 'inner' and '-ity' indicating a state, so interiority refers to the state of being inner.

Visually Confused Words