inward

Short definition from Wiktionary

Adjective

1. 1
   Situated on the inside; that is within, inner; belonging to the inside.
2. 2
   Not superficially obvious, inner, not expressed, especially relating to mental or spiritual faculties as opposed to external ones.
3. 3
   Moving or tending toward the inside.
4. 4
   Not directed toward the outside world, and thus quiet or indistinct.
5. 5
   Internal to a particular place or country; not foreign, domestic.
6. 6
   Secret, private, kept hidden.
7. 7
   Coming from one’s inmost or sincerest feelings; heartfelt, earnest.
8. 8
   Intimate, closely acquainted; familiar, close.
9. 9
   Devoted to spiritual matters, pious, devout.
10. 10
    Tame.
11. 11
    Internal; applied through the stomach by being swallowed.

Adverb

1. 1
   Towards the inside.
2. 2
   Towards one’s mind, thoughts, or internal self.
3. 3
   On the inside, within, inside.
4. 4
   In one’s mind, thoughts, or internal self.
5. 5
   Towards home.

Noun

1. 1
   That which is inward or within; the inner parts or organs of the body; the viscera.
2. 2
   The mental faculties or other characteristics not immediately apparent.
3. 3
   A familiar friend or acquaintance.