Synonyms for External

Definition of external

adjective
  1. happening or arising or located outside or beyond some limits or especially surface; "the external auditory canal"; "external pressures"
  2. coming from the outside; "extraneous light in the camera spoiled the photograph"; "relying upon an extraneous income"; "disdaining outside pressure groups"
  3. from or between other countries; "external commerce"; "international trade"; "developing nations need outside help"

8 synonyms found

Writing tips for "external"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like exogenous, extraneous, extrinsic can replace "external" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

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"External" in song lyrics

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  • "hp lightscribe dvd 640 external"
    AOL — AOL
  • "maxtor hd 250 external"
    AOL — AOL
  • "toshiba note book cdg dvd burner external"
    AOL — AOL

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