Synonyms of exterior

exterior 1 of 2

adjective

ek-ˈstir-ē-ər 

as in outer

situated on the outside or farther out

the house's exterior walls badly need to be painted

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outer
• outward
• external
• outside
• surface
• outermost
• outlying
• superficial
• outmost

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• interior
• internal
• inner
• inside
• inward
• innermost
• middle
• mid
• inmost
• midmost

exterior

2 of 2

noun

as in surface

an outer part or layer

the exterior of the tooth consists of very hard enamel

Synonyms & Similar Words

• surface
• front
• outside
• skin
• facade
• shell
• top
• face
• veneer
• facing
• appearance
• cover
• covering
• mask
• show
• semblance
• disguise
• guise

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• interior
• inside

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exterior

Adjective

Mattresses are made from a combination of foundational support systems, layers for comfort, and exterior fabrics of various types, according to the CPSC. — Yvette Orozco, Houston Chronicle, 30 Sep. 2026

Investigators found bullet holes in the trailer and on the exterior wall of the home’s second-floor nursery, where the three kids were with their nanny. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

Noun

Standard modeling of droplet disintegration focused primarily on surface interactions between the liquid’s exterior and its surrounding environment. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026

Stone and wood run from the exterior to the interior, complementing the alpine surroundings. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2026