inward inward /ˈɪnwɝd/

adjective

1. () Relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts  ( inward )
   relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
    A concern with inward reflections
   a concern with inward reflections
   
2. Directed or moving inward or toward a center  ( inbound , inward )
   directed or moving inward or toward a center
    The inbound train
   the inbound train
    Inward flood of capital
   inward flood of capital
   

adverb

1. () Toward the center or interior  ( inwards , inward )
   toward the center or interior
    Move the needle further inwards!
   move the needle further inwards!
   
2. To or toward the inside of  ( inward , inwards , in )
   to or toward the inside of
    Come in
   come in
    Smash in the door
   smash in the door