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Guyper Posted 12 years ago
Vocabulary

Inside & Outside Vs. Interior & Exterior

Hi,

Under what circumstances should you use interior and exterior instead of the other counterpart?

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"interior" and "exterior" are more formal or technical words. Also, unlike "inside" and "outside", they cannot be prepositions.

  • "interior" and "exterior" are more formal or technical words.
  • Also, unlike "inside" and "outside", they cannot be prepositions.
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"interior" and "exterior" are more formal or technical words. Also, unlike "inside" and "outside", they cannot be prepositions.
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eg.

She specializes in interior design.

Choose exterior paint based on the wall's material and exposure to the elements.

Use these terms in the formal contexts of architecture, design and psychology.

His exterior mien belied his interior thoughts and feelings.

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