Synonyms of external

external

adjective

ek-ˈstər-nᵊl 

1

as in extrinsic

not being a vital part of or belonging to something

the defendant's socioeconomic status must be regarded as entirely external to his guilt or innocence

Synonyms & Similar Words

• extrinsic
• irrelevant
• foreign
• extraneous
• adventitious
• accidental
• alien
• exterior
• supervenient
• unnecessary
• outside
• immaterial
• inapplicable
• insignificant
• nonessential
• unessential

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• intrinsic
• inherent
• innate
• internal
• congenital
• interior
• inside
• basic
• necessary
• essential
• inbred
• inborn
• deep-seated

2

as in outer

situated on the outside or farther out

the external chambers of the ancient tomb gave little indication of the magnificence of the innermost chamber

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of external

Options include a Starlink Mini satellite internet system, 440-W solar charging setup, external ladder, separate removable table for use between the swivel cab seats, and aforementioned add-ons and swaps like the rear office. — New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026

The Royals could face external questions — and some fan displeasure — if Quatraro and company can’t get things done in 2027. — Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026

Many companies overproduce culture to the point where the external story and the experience of employees are completely different. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Unlike demonstrations based only on predefined motions, this open interaction allowed visitors to observe the robot’s dynamic stability and control performance under external disturbances, according to a press release. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026