internally
/ɪnˈtɜːnəli/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
In an internal manner; within or inside of external limits; in an inner part or situation.
Adverb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
With regard to internal affairs.
Adverb
Examples
A sort of compromise must be worked out internally and with those people and communities our decisions will impact.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “internally” mean?
In an internal manner; within or inside of external limits; in an inner part or situation.
Is “internally” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.